A Kinship Caregiver’s Guide to Caring for Diverse Hair Textures
Among the daily routines of meals, school adjustments, and bedtime, one aspect of care that may catch new caregivers off guard is caring for natural, curly, or coily hair textures….
Transition Planning: Independent Living Resources for Kinship Youth
As a young person approaches adulthood, there’s a lot to prepare for, including school, work, money, housing, health care, and independent living. For youth who have experienced the child welfare…
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…
How Berty Found Support, Strength and a Second Chance with ASCI
Each month, A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI) shares the stories of the families at the heart of our work. These stories give us an opportunity to celebrate the love, resilience…
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.
Preventing Caregiver Burnout: Support Groups & Networks
Stepping into the role of a parent comes with significant physical, emotional, and social adjustments. Between navigating school enrollments, legal forms, and busy youth schedules, it’s completely natural to feel…
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…