Kinship Navigator Guide: Free Help for Kinship Caregivers in All 50 States
Most states now have a kinship navigator program: a free service that helps grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other relative caregivers find financial aid, legal help, health coverage, support groups, and…
When Retirement and Kinship Caregiving Intersect
What happens when raising a second generation reshapes retirement plans? Discover the financial realities facing grandfamilies and the support that can help secure their futures.
Affordable & Pro Bono Family Law Directory for Kinship Caregivers
Securing formal legal standing for the child in your care is one of the most powerful steps you can take to protect their future. Whether you need the authority to…
Community Changemaker: Grands Stepping Up
What began as one grandmother’s search for support became Grands Stepping Up, a community helping grandparents and kinship caregivers find resources, connection and one another.
Kinship Keeps Families Connected. Are Systems Keeping Up?
This month’s NKR Brief examines the power of family connection, what research tells us about its impact and what leaders should consider as the field moves toward a more kin-first approach.
Immediate Financial Relief FAQs for Kinship Caregivers
Navigating financial systems when you’re already adjusting to a major family transition can feel daunting. If you’re wondering what financial help is available immediately, know that you are not alone…
The Hidden Costs of Kinship Care: What Kinship Caregivers Need to Know
When a child enters kinship care, life can change quickly. Along with providing a safe and loving home, caregivers may suddenly face new responsibilities and expenses, from clothing and food…
Foster Care Stipends vs. Relative Pay: Financial Realities
When a child comes into your care, the financial responsibilities can begin immediately. Food, clothing, transportation, school supplies, medical needs, and everyday household expenses can add up quickly. For grandparents,…
How MyMy and GamGam Are Starting the School Year Strong with ASCI
Each month, A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI) amplifies the voices of our kinship families. Through these stories, we highlight the experiences of children and caregivers navigating kinship care and the…