They Were Raised By Their Grandparents!
"Average age of grandparents raising grandchildren in the United States is 67 years old."
"More than 6.1 million children under 18 live in their grandparents' households."
"Grand-families headed by a grandparent "are common among families in which a relative has taken over primary responsibility for raising a child (or children) from parents [known as kinship care]."
(https://www.grandfamilies.org)
Reasons grandparents raise their grandchildren include: "parental substance abuse, incarceration, and death of a parent."
(https://www.grandfamilies.org).
At GRANDS Raising Kids support group, we recognize the special bond between grandparents, relatives, and children. Our organization is dedicated to bringing joy and empowerment to both generations through meaningful support, interactions, and activities. Grandparents and relatives play a crucial role in a child's life, offering wisdom, support, and unconditional love. By fostering solid connections between grandparents and kids, we can create lasting memories and enrich the lives of all involved.
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