These are the voices of kinship caregivers. Grandparents, aunties/uncles, and chosen family who stepped up when life took an unexpected turn. Through heartfelt storytelling, they share the quiet truths behind the headlines … the heartache, the fierce love, the exhaustion, … Read More
Join us for another meaningful event hosted by the UBC School of Social Work, the Centre for the Study of Services to Children and Families, and Fairness for Children Raised by Relatives. Wednesday May 21, 2025 at the Students’ Union … Read More
In June 2023, we hosted our second province-wide gathering in Kamloops BC. Here is some feedback from those who attended: “I am so grateful for the opportunity to come again and hope there is going to be another one. It … Read More
Recently several members of our organization were guests on a radio show and podcast: “Re-Threading Madness” hosted by Bernadine Fox – award-winning Mental Health Advocate, Artist, Author, Radio Host, Public Speaker, & White Settler. Most often — and most importantly … Read More
B was born to an addicted mom & an addicted absent father that never admitted responsibility. He came to live with me (his grandma) & papa at 3 days old. Whoever thought we would be feeding and changing a newborn … Read More
Hello kinship caregiver. Thank you for considering sharing your story with others. Perhaps you have already written your story, or blogged or vlogged. Please share with us. Consider using these questions below as ideas to trigger thoughts and memories as … Read More
In 2019, one of our members was asked to make a short video to help a local non-profit organization fundraise for a support worker. Yes, a community fundraiser for a family support worker, only partially funded by United Way. This … Read More