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WHERE CAN I FIND THE RESOURCES I NEED?
FTAAAD's Family Caregiver Support Program offers caregivers counseling, access to community resources and support services, and help with issues like respite care, adult day care, stress management and decision-making. You can access these services through the FTAAAD Information & Assistance line at 423-928-3258 or by contacting Tracy Buckles directly at 423-722-5109.
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HELP FOR GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN
While contending with their own issues, many grandparents are raising grandchildren because their children are facing their own difficulties and are unwilling or unable to care for the grandchildren. Also known as “kinship care,” a growing number of grandparents are now taking on the parenting role for their grandchildren, thus foregoing the traditional grandparent/grandchild relationship. This often means giving up your leisure time, the option of traveling, and many other aspects of your independence. Instead, you once again take on responsibility for the day-to-day maintenance of a home, schedules, meals, homework, and play dates. And if it was tragic circumstances that required you to step into the role of a parent, you’ll face many other stress factors, such as coping with your own and your grandchildren’s grief.
For help with programs and services that can support grandparents and other relatives raising children, contact Tracy Buckles at 423-722-5109.
TAKING CARE OF YOURSELF WHILE CARING FOR SOMEONE ELSE