Generations United

The end of the year is a perfect time to invest in the future — and there’s no better way than by supporting Generations United. Your donation helps us bridge generations and support grandfamilies who are changing the world. ?? Join us this #givingseason in making a difference for people of all ages. Visit gu.org/donate to donate today!

Kinship and grandfamily caregivers step up when families need it most, providing stability and love for children facing challenges. But these caregivers often encounter unique hurdles—financial stress, legal complexities, and a lack of resources. The Grandfamilies & Kinship Support Network with support from NASHP and The John A. Hartford Foundation, has created a resource guide?to help kin caregivers navigate these challenges. Learn more and share this guide with a caregiver in your community! Explore the resource here?https://loom.ly/bLyEs1Q #FamilyCaregiving #KinshipCare #NFCMonth

Our very FIRST TikTok is here, and we have much to be grateful for! Big thanks to our team, our supporters, and every generation that’s helped us get this far. Be sure to follow us @generations.unite0 for more moments, stories, and inspiration! https://buff.ly/4hZVmyl

Call for Sessions Deadline Extended! Submit your proposal for the 2025 Global Intergenerational Conference by December 20, 2024. Share your innovative intergenerational and grandfamilies/kinship practices, programs, policies, and research that will benefit people of all ages. https://buff.ly/4fqAcrw Harbor House of Louisville #GensUnited25?#Conference?#Register #CallForProposals?#Intergenerational?#Multigenerational?#GenerationsUnited?#Grandfamilies?#Kinship?#ChildWelfare?#Ageism?#Advocacy?#PublicPolicy?#Diversity

The 2025-26 FAFSA? - the federal financial aid application for college - was officially released last week. We at the Grandfamilies & Kinship Support Network have detailed directions to help students raised by kin complete this form. As with most things, the instructions for these students are different than for students being raised by parents. The great news - in most circumstances, only the students' income and assets are considered in determining aid! So, it's very important to fill out the application correctly because it can help ensure bright futures for these young adults. Please repost and widely share this resource with the kinship families you support - https://lnkd.in/eiGNQKjq #KinshipCare, #Grandfamilies, #FAFSA, #financialaid

November is #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth — a time to honor and celebrate those caring for their loved ones. It’s important to remember that caregivers come in many different forms and though traditionally we honor those caring for older adults and disabled individuals, we must also remember to honor the grandparents and other family members who step up to care for children whose parents are not in the home. Read our latest blog post to explore Generations United's resources that support #grandfamily and #kinship caregivers. https://buff.ly/4i6736v

Congratulations to Christine Crosby and Grand Magazine-a tremendous accomplishment and I the eye of a hurricane. You’re amazing. Proud Generations United is a partner on the journey. Here’s to the next 20! #grandparents #intergenerational #goodnews

Reminder! Tomorrow at 3 pm ET, join the Network for a webinar to explore tips and strategies to help direct service providers reach and support more kinship/grandfamilies. #KinshipCare, #Grandfamilies, #NFCMonth

Our Executive Director, Donna Butts, is visiting Harbor House of Louisville, co-host of Generations United’s 2025 Global Intergenerational Conference and our pre-conference site visit! We’re excited to see the space grow, with CEO Maria Smith leading the way. Plus, therapy dog Linus is here to welcome all! #GenerationsUnited #HarborHouse

“Kin-First” is a term that was first developed in 2017 at a convening led by the American Bar Association Center on Children and the Law, ChildFocus, and Generations United, and supported by the Annie E. Casey Foundation. “Kin-First” refers to “a child welfare system that consistently promotes kinship placement, helps children in foster care maintain connections with their family, and tailors services and supports for kinship foster families.” ?? For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/eb-femMa. ? For help implementing any of the steps, reach out for assistance at https://lnkd.in/eRDxcktz. The Grandfamilies & Kinship Support Network is privileged to include staff - Ana Beltran and Jaia Lent - and a subject matter expert - Heidi Redlich Epstein - who led that original gathering and can help your agency. #KinshipCare, #Grandfamilies, #ChildWelfare, #NFCMonth