Are We Truly Listening? Understanding Why Most Relatives Avoid Formal Kinship Care
Nationwide, for every 19 children living with relatives, only 1 is part of the child welfare system. This stark disparity…
Building Resilient Families
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Financial Resilience
Exciting News! We are thrilled to announce that Fragile Families NETWORK has been selected to join the Financial Resilience Community…
Understanding the Unique Needs of Grandfamilies: More Than Just Apples and Oranges
Have you ever tried to compare apples and oranges? It’s a futile exercise, isn’t it? Each fruit has its own…
Navigating Financial Challenges: A Guide to Financial Planning for Grandfamilies
Raising children comes with its joys and challenges, and for grandfamilies – where grandparents or other relatives step into caregiving…
Nurturing Sibling Bonds in the Grandfamily: The Key to Strong Family Connections
Why is it important to nurture sibling bonds in the context of a grandfamily? Siblings share a unique and enduring…
Healing from Physical Abuse: Nurturing Resilience in Children
Physical abuse leaves deep scars, not just on the body but also on the heart and mind of a child….
Managing Household Responsibilities in Grandfamilies
In grandfamilies, where grandparents step into the role of primary caregivers, managing household responsibilities can become a complex juggling act….
Understanding and Addressing the Legal Needs of Grandfamily Caregivers
Grandfamily caregivers play a critical role in providing stability and care for children when their parents are unable to do…
Fostering Collaboration: Working with Birth Parents for the Best Interest of Children
When grandfamily caregivers and birth parents work in collaboration, they have the ability to ensure the long lasting well-being and…