The Next Run of The Great GrandFamilies Project Begins February 4, 2019!

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What is a GrandFamily?

A GrandFamily is a particular kind of Kinship Arrangement.  Kinships where grandparents are raising grandchildren are the most prevelant.  That’s why our program is entitled The Great GrandFamilies Project.  However, our support and resources are available to all kinship families.

The GrandFamilies Story

The Great GrandFamilies Project actually has its origin in the work of an amazing lady from West Virginia.  The idea was pioneered by her team of dedicated, compassionate people.  We built this program on her initial framework and tailored it to meet the need of our community.

Little Village Kids

Little Village Kids Family Care Center is unlike any other childcare center in the world.  In nearly a decade, we’ve learned that the ultimate “product” of our business isn’t children.  It isn’t education.  It’s Families!

The Kinship Navigator Program

The goal of the Kinship Navigator Program is to provide the entire family with support and encouragement. Kinship families are special people with unique needs. The Navigator Program works to help these families grow and thrive.

The BCESC

The Butler County Educational Service Center (BCESC) serves as the central educational and service resource for schools, government agencies, families, children, and the community.

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We’re working to expand the availability of this program.  Tell us a little about yourself and we’ll help you get registered to Participate or Volunteer in a GrandFamilies Project group near you.

Facts About GrandFamilies in Ohio

  • White 76% 76%
  • African American 19% 19%
  • Hispanic or Latino 2.8% 2.8%
  • Asian .4% .4%
  • Native American .3% .3%
  • All Other Races Combined 1.5% 1.5%

Children living with Grandparents with no Parent present

Children living where Grandparents own the house

Children living with relatives other than Parents or Grandparents

99,877 Grandparents

are householders who are also responsible for their Grandchildren who live with them.

Of these:

%

Do not have Parents Present

%

Are in Poverty

%

Are Under the Age of 60

%

Have A Disability

%

Are In the Workforce

%

Are Not Married

Data collected from “Grandfacts Fact Sheet” for the state of Ohio on www.grandfamilies.org.