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Minnesota Grand-families

Discover the Role Grandfamilies Play In Your Community

Over six million children rely on grandfamilies for love, care, and stability. This commitment requires grandparents and extended family members to courageously step in when children need them most, often in the most trying times.

However, their courageous act often comes with legal, financial, and emotional challenges. By taking the time to understand and support grandfamilies, you can make a profound difference in their lives and your community as a whole.

Welcome to our heartfelt exploration of Grandfamilies in Minnesota.  

 This series dives deep into the lives of grandparents who've taken on the role of primary caregivers. Through their eyes, we explore diverse family dynamics, the evolving nature of love, and the resilience required in these special circumstances. These stories are not just about the challenges but also about the immense joys and unique wisdom that come with raising grandchildren in today's world.

We’ve designed this content so you can engage with it in your preferred manner. Choose to watch the entire video all at once, or you can watch the video in its distinct sections. We’ve also curated a selection of resources for grandfamilies and their allies.

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The Goal: Caring for grandfamilies the way they care for others

With your support, we can make a difference for grandfamilies in our community. From hearing their stories and lending a helping hand to raising awareness, you can do your part to support the grandfamilies that courageously help children in often unexpected and challenging times.

3 ways you can show your support for grandfamilies 

  1. Connect with grandfamilies in your community — take the time to listen to the unique experiences, challenges, and needs of grandfamilies in your community by offering a compassionate ear, words of encouragement, or a shoulder to lean on.

  2. Lend a helping hand to those in need — reach out to grandfamilies in your community by offering assistance with everyday tasks such as grocery shopping, meal preparation, or transportation. Your support can ease their burden and show them that you care. 

  3. Spread awareness in your community — share information about the importance of grandfamilies in your community by sharing their stories, starting meaningful conversations, and educating others about their unique challenges, needs, and contributions.