The Power of Strength: A Tribute to My Grandmother and All Grandparents
Many grandparents take on the responsibility of raising their grandchildren due to a variety of factors, with Southern states seeing higher rates of these “grandfamilies.” While this role is often filled with love and dedication, it also brings significant emotional, physical, and financial challenges, especially for those living in poverty or on fixed incomes.
CHC CEO Jean Accius, PhD, offers personal reflections on his relationship with his grandmother and the challenges that grandparents face in raising their grandchildren in Generations, a journal published by the American Society on Aging.
