NAMI has announced the release of a free online education course, which consists of a free, six-session education program for parents, caregivers and other family who provide care for youth aged 22 or younger who are experiencing mental health symptoms. Participants...
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Free Training in Oregon!
Join Dr. Amy Stoeber in discussing how to build resilient families by understanding ways to overcome adversity and to parent with a positive, strengths-affirming approach. You'll learn specific strategies that reduce the effects of early traumatic experiences and...
The opiod epidemic is leading to more grandfamilies across the country.
According to CBS news and in agreement with JFRF’s own research, “more than one million American children now live with grandparents, primarily because of their parent’s addiction to opiods and other drugs: crack, heroin, meth and alcohol.” In this news segment that...
25 Ways to Ask, “How was your day?”
Just about every child will have a one word answer to "How was school?" If you'd like to hear more, ask about something the child cares about. 1. Who did you play with at recess? 2. Did you learn any new words? 3. What are you reading? 4. Do you have any art on the...
Plan Now for Summer Camp
Yes, it really may be possible. You may be able to help your grandchild or children experience the wonderfully enriching experience of going to summer camp. We’ve researched 15 programs in Oregon that offer scholarships or reduced tuition. Plus, we’ll show you where...
One good thing came out of the budget showdown
Grandfamilies and other kinship caregivers in Oregon will eventually benefit from legislation included in the Federal budget agreement signed in Washington earlier this month. Tucked into the massive spending bill is The Family First Prevention...
Are you a Grandparent (or other relative) raising a grandchild?
If you are a grandparent, or other relative, age 55 or over, parenting a grandchild 18 or younger, you may be eligible for financial assistance to pay for school clothes and more. See if you qualify.