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Navigating School Expenses: Financial Planning Tips for Grandfamilies

How much it costs to send a child to school these days? For many grandfamilies stepping up to care for…

ByFragile Families Network Did you know, Multigenerational

Grandfamilies, where grandparents or other relatives take on the primary caregiving role for children, are a growing demographic in many…

Have you ever felt overwhelmed, juggling the responsibilities of raising the child or youth of a relative? How often do…

Across the United States, grandfamily caregivers face numerous legal challenges and uncertainties when taking on the responsibility of raising their…

Nationwide, for every 19 children living with relatives, only 1 is part of the child welfare system. This stark disparity…

Have you ever tried to compare apples and oranges? It’s a futile exercise, isn’t it? Each fruit has its own…

Why is it important to nurture sibling bonds in the context of a grandfamily? Siblings share a unique and enduring…

ByFragile Families Network Legal and Financial Guidance

Legal guardianship and custody play a crucial role in providing stability and security for children in grandfamilies. When grandparents or…

Physical abuse leaves deep scars, not just on the body but also on the heart and mind of a child….