How Family Dynamics are Unique in Kinship Families
World-renowned kinship expert, Dr. Joseph Crumbley, will explain how family dynamics in kinship families differ from those in other families.
Improving Outreach to Kinship Families
November 21, 2024
We often hear that kinship programs know there are kin caregivers in their community that they are not reaching. Likewise, we have heard many kin caregivers say they were unaware of the services available to them when they began taking care of a relative or close family friend. The Grandfamilies & Kinship Support Network, and is partners, ZERO TO THREE and National Caucus and Center on Black Aging, recently hosted a Learning Community for kinship programs on improving outreach strategies. Explore some of the key takeaways and strategies discussed during the learning community to help you connect with more kinship/grandfamilies, including building trust, partnering with schools, identifying local champions, and developing a social media presence. Learn ways to improve your program’s reach and visibility in your community and serve more families that need support.
Presenters:
- Kathy Kinsner, Senior Family Resources Manager, ZERO TO THREE
- Deborah Mathis, Communications Consultant, National Caucus and Center on Black Aging
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Trauma-Informed Care for Kinship/
Grandfamilies This webinar, co-hosted by Network partner ZERO TO THREE, will address how trauma can present in both kin caregivers and children in their care and how it impacts relational health.
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Federal Nutrition Programs & Kinship/
Grandfamilies Series: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) In the first webinar of the series, Dory Thrasher, Senior SNAP Policy Analyst at FRAC, will discuss key topics related to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and grandfamilies and kinship families.
