Kinship Care

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Kinship Care Program

Kinship care is the full-time care, nurturing, and protection of children by relatives, or any adult who has a kinship bond with a child. While kinship care is often a rewarding experience for both the child and the Kinship Caregiver, however, it can also come with many challenges so here are some resources that can assist in your caregiving. 

The Kinship Care program is for relative care providers caring for related children. If you are age 55 or older and caring for a related child under the age of 18, this program may be able to help you with expenses such as recreational activities, school supplies, clothing, needed furniture, and more. Funding is limited. 

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