World-renowned kinship expert Dr. Joseph Crumbley, who is a Network subject matter expert, explained how family dynamics in kinship families differ from those in other families. Kin caregivers who attended this webinar learned:
How kinship care changes and impacts family dynamics, especially caregiving roles, family relationships, and loyalties to one another.
How they can help family members adjust to changing relationships.
How they can use coping strategies to adapt to the emotions they experience, such as loss, grief, and resentment.
This webinar was also relevant to the professionals who serve kin caregivers, as they will be able to apply the lessons of Dr. Crumbley’s presentation to their work with kin caregivers.
Presenter:
Dr. Joseph Crumbley, Family Therapist, Trainer & Consultant, and Grandfamilies & Kinship Support Network Subject Matter Expert
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