grandfamily

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• Many grandfamilies do not have access to or are unaware of supportive services for grandfamilies in their communities or kinship navigator services to help them access the available services.

  Academic text (2018)

• Policy makers and social service providers can help improve outcomes for grandfamilies by promoting supportive services tailored to the specific needs of relatives.

  Academic text (2018)

• Supports and Services Help Grandfamilies Thrive

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• Fortunately, recently passed pieces of legislation take significant steps toward helping grandfamilies.

  Academic text (2018)

• With these protective factors in place, children can thrive in grandfamilies.

  Academic text (2018)

• Improved access to tailored supports and services will help grandfamilies thrive.

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• With the proper supports and services, children thrive in grandfamilies and experience better outcomes than those in foster care with non-relatives.

  Academic text (2018)

• While caregivers in grandfamilies may be aunts, uncles, siblings, or other relatives, the majority are grandparents.

  Academic text (2018)

• Many grandfamilies provide a loving environment where grandparents raise their grandchildren.

• Grandfamilies often face unique challenges, such as financial burdens and navigating educational systems.

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