Grandparent Caregiving Episodes

Explore the unique experiences and challenges of grandparents raising grandchildren, including emotional support, legal issues, and advocacy.
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June 4, 2024

The Episode Every Grandparent Raising Grandchildren Needs to Hear

A,grandmothers story raising grandchildren. How is your transition to the role of raising your grandchildren going? You may feel overwhelmed by all the new challenges you’re facing or frustrated that this season of life looks different than you had planned for, but what if this difficult transition could also open doors? In this inspiring episode, I am interviewed by transition coaches John and Sylvie Weaver as they share their expertise on confronting major life shifts with resilience and hop...
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June 4, 2024

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren- True Stories with Betty Wilkes

grandmothers raising grandchildren true stories Are you feeling alone and misunderstood as a grandparent raising grandchildren against all odds? From legal obstacles to emotional hardships, it’s a lot to navigate, and you may not know anyone personally walking this journey, but other grandparents like you are out there. In this heartfelt episode, connect with resilient grandmother Betty Wilkes as she shares her powerful story of unexpected personal growth while navigating the immense challenge...
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May 8, 2024

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity Trailer

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity Welcome to "Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity." I’m your host, Laura Brazan, a parent and grandparent raising two grandchildren. In this podcast, we dive deep into the lives of grandparents who find themselves parenting once again, facing challenges such as dwindling retirement savings, loneliness, and handling the trauma that their grandchildren may carry. We'll hear heartfelt stories from grandparents...
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April 10, 2024

You’re Raising the Grandchildren- Now What?

This video is about kinship care support. Today we will talk about the heartache and unexpected challenges that come with taking on the role of primary caregivers for your grandkids, so you can rediscover the joy and purpose in this new chapter of life. That’s all coming up next, right here on Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity. Stay Tuned. This is Episode 2, and today we're talking about the rollercoaster of emotions and hurdles you face when your retirement plan...