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Kinship

Relatives Raising, Relative Children (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. 

 

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