by Raising Relatives | Dec 12, 2022 | Articles, Impacts of Prenatal Exposure to Alcohol and Drugs
Did you know that 10-11% of babies born in the US have been exposed to alcohol, drugs, or both before birth? The percentage is even higher for kids who are being raised by their grandparents or other relatives. And remember that drug exposure can include both legal...
by Raising Relatives | Dec 12, 2022 | Articles, School Issues for Foster & Kinship Kids
If you’re raising a grandchild, do you know when and how to speak up for them at school? Maybe your grandchild (or nephew or niece) struggles academically or often gets in trouble for challenging behaviors. This can make it especially hard to talk with their teachers....
by Raising Relatives | Dec 12, 2022 | Articles, Working Together For the Good of the Child In Your Care
In an ideal world, helping raise your grandchild (or cousin or family friend) goes smoothly. You provide a safe, happy landing place for the child while the parents work hard to get back on their feet. All the involved adults share the same goal of returning the child...
by Raising Relatives | Dec 12, 2022 | Articles, Relationship with Child’s Parent
When your grandchild, nephew, or family friend is living with you, you will need to work with the child’s parents to some extent to raise this child. If child welfare is involved, they will let you know what they expect and what is allowed. If child welfare is not...
by Raising Relatives | Dec 12, 2022 | Articles, Healing from Trauma/Neglect/Abuse
If you are parenting a relative’s child, they may have experienced hard times. It’s crucial to have tools to help us heal our children’s hearts and brains from the challenges they have experienced. The goal is to prepare them to face other challenges as they...
