The Commission on GrandparentsRaising Grandchildren
Summer 2018 Update
We hope you are all enjoying a happy and healthy summer!

We have been busy planning many different events and programs for the fall including community workshops, trainings for new support groups, and other projects we can't wait to tell you about! Stay tuned for more information later this summer.

In the meantime, please take a look at some other news and events below:
Legal Issues for Caregivers: Video

Many of you have asked for more information about what the Probate and Family Court legal process is, as it relates to grandparents and relative caregivers. Thanks to Attorney Cynthia Runge, Grandfather Joe O'Leary, and Franklin Cable TV/Franklin Senior Connection's Nan Rafter, we now have a brief presentation that we hope will be a helpful start for caregivers.
Statewide Community Workshops:

This fall, the Commission will be hosting workshops in the following communities:

9/11/18 Newton
9/18/18 Attleboro
9/27/18 Lynn
10/9/18 Turner's Falls
11/9/18 Fitchburg
11/13/18 Westfield
Dorchester (date TBD)

Please watch for more information about dates, locations, and guest speakers
coming soon!
An Intergenerational Symposium:
"Connecting the Dots"
hosted by
Bridges Together

September 28, 2018
Lasell College Newton, Ma.

We want to hear from you!

We hear from so many grandparents and relative caregivers throughout the year. We feel your stories could really help and inspire others going through a similar journey.

We would like to highlight and share some of your incredible stories and experiences about raising your grandchildren.
If you would like to share your story: