Every Time A Child Is Born, A Grandparent Is Born Too

Welcome To The Grandparenting Home Page

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 Grandparenting
 gpfound@grandparenting.org

Grandparenting is  associated with The Foundation For Grandparenting,  a volunteer, not-for-profit, 501 (C)3, tax-exempt corporation. Since 1980 we have been dedicated to raising grandparent consciousness in order to better the lives of grandchildren, parents, grandparents, and communities through education, research, programs, communication, and networking. Our website has been on-line since 1998. Please  communicate with us via e-mail at  gpfound @grandparenting.org.

New program: October 2009

The Foundation is sponsoring a new theatrical production entitled the  “Nanas and the Poppa's," ...ain't what they used to be. Talented grandparents sharing their personal stories and singing the music of their time. 
Our Purpose is  1)     To raise consciousness about the importance of Grandparenting, and to emphasize grandparents exclusive roles as “living   ancestor,” and “family historian” (see “The Grandparent Guide”), in an exciting and entertaining way.
                        2)     To demonstrate the diversity of Grandparenting, and show that modern grandparents “ain’t what they used to be:” combatting aging stereotypes.
                                 3)     To create and develop the project in Ojai, and eventually disseminate a protocol that can be adapted by organizations and agencies,  schools, religious institutions, etc.  for use by local performers for specific audiences. 
The show, scheduled for performance in october 2009, is conceived and produced by Carol Kornhaber, and written and directed by Betsy Randle. The project  is funded by sponsors,  donors, and contributions.

Request from Dr. Kornhaber

    Considering the state of our world, environmentally, culturally, philosophically...  ad infinitum,  it is more imperative than ever that grandparents do not sit idly by, but rather apply their wisdom, experience and life perspective...what I call "Grandparent Power"... to change the world for the better. This is what "Grand" stewardship means. Today, I  am adding a new role for grandparents to the roles I have already defined. Grandparents as Stewards of Future Generations: elders. selflessly working individually and together,  to help make the world a better place for all who come after.
    As I continue to address this issue, and to create an agenda for grandparent action,  I would like to hear your thoughts on the matter.  Click here for more 

Want to start a Grandparent's day in the Schools program in your area? Or Grandparent Classes? Click here.

Want to learn all about how your temperament and personality affect your relationship with your grandchild? Click here for Dr. Kornhaber's article from "The Grandparent Guide?"

The Grandfamilies State Law and Policy Resource Center is a collaboration of Casey Family Programs, the ABA Center on Children and the Law, and Generations United. This national legal resource center was created to educate individuals about state laws and legislation in support of Grandfamilies and to assist interested state legislators, advocates, caregivers, attorneys, and other policymakers in exploring policy options to support relatives and the children in their care both within and outside the child welfare system

This new web site provides an easy-to-use searchable database of laws and legislation that affect Grandfamilies who care for children. The database allows for a quick search of the laws and legislation that address common legal questions surrounding relative caregiving.

Database topics include: subsidized guardianship, adoption, care and custody, housing,, kinship navigator programs, financial assistance, relative foster care, national family caregivers support program, education

Additionally, each topic is thoroughly analyzed and is accompanied by a story to illustrate key concepts, and a list of related resources to learn more. In the future, the site will expand to include state policies, regulations, and best practices. Technical assistance and training are available. For more information please contact:, Roxana Martinez at rmartinez@gu.org, Heidi Redlich Epstein at redlichh@staff.abanet.org

The International Alliance for Children Being Raised By Grandparents and Other Relatives is born. (click here)

California Grandparents Deprived of Visitation. Click here.

See "California"

Do you know there is an autism epidemic in the U.S affecting your grandchildren? Learn about your grandchild's development.  Click here for more information

International News from Canada and Scotland

Important  Articles: 
Grandparents as Spiritual Guides: The Unseen Role  

Media Inquiries Click Here

New Books for Both Generations

For Parents: 
"The Grandparent Solution"  

Help Your  Children (Parents) Understand Grandparents,  Enhance Your Relationship, and Access Your Love and Support. "The Grandparent Solution" by Dr. Kornhaber Click here for details 
(Order Now for Discount) 

For Grandparents:
"The Grandparent Guide" 

The Grandparent Guide by Dr. Kornhaber  contains the latest information for over 50 grandparent-related topics derived from over 30 years of research and experience. The "Grandparent Guide" (Contemporary Books) answers questions that both modern parents and grandparents ask. The book can be ordered  from your local bookstore. Or at a reduced price from  www.amazon.com.  Please request your local library to get a copy for your neighbors too.  Proceeds go to our  Foundation.

Feature Article. Psychological Birth of the Human Grandfather. James W. Lomax M.D.

An eminent  psychiatrist's observations on becoming a grandfather.

NBC Today Show segments with Dr. Kornhaber. "Raising Grandchildren"

Humor: To learn what a "Gramminator" is,  Click here

    Need a Laugh? Click Here for Grandparent-Related Jokes.

Family Forum:
Parent Needs Advice
Tips For Adoptive Grandparents
Medical: Have a grandchild with illness or special needs?
If you want to know more about your grandchild's mental and physical health, log on to  the excellent websites of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. 

Information: Want to know more about Grandparents Raising Grandchildren? Go to www.gu.org and www.aarp.org.

Parenting Today.  Read Dr. DeWitt's article on "Rearing Babies: Then and Now" - How today's parents are raising children! E-mail  your comments.

Feature Page:
Grandmother "Bridges the Distance"
News, Articles, Advice. Stories

Grandparent University Questions

Click here for Grandparent University.

Interactive Survey and Polling.

Responses to date= Very important. Grandparents can be helpful when they become educated and  take an active role in partnership with parents.

E-mail your responses to gpfound@grandparenting.org.

*Copyright 1998 by The Foundation For Grandparenting, a 501 C (3) not-for-profit charitable organization.