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Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity

Laura Brazan I Kinship Caregiver Expert
Kinship Care
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Trauma
Trauma-Informed Care
2.7 Million Project
Foster Care
Education
Troubled Teen Industry
Sleep
Dyslexia
Anxiety In Children
Mental Health
Intergenerational Relationships
Adoption
Kinship Caregiving
Parenting
Emotional Regulation
Lickity Pop
Disability
Five Cs Parenting Framework

The Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Podcast

Are you a grandparent raising grandchildren, an aunt, uncle, or another relative stepping in to provide a stable home? You are a kinship caregiver—the "Invisible CEO" of your family. While the road is often steep, you are not walking it alone.

Hosted by Laura Brazan, The 2.7 Million Project is the dedicated digital boardroom for the millions of famil... more

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The kitchen table is not a hiding place—it’s your boardroom. Grandparents and kin caregivers are not just enduring the fallout of a broken system; you are the frontline, demanding justice, resources, and lasting change for your families. The days of ... more

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Are you a grandparent raising a neurodivergent grandchild, feeling both proud and anxious as high school graduation approaches? Have you spent years protecting them, only to realize that the transition to college is a daunting cliff, stripping away t... more

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Are you a grandparent who finds yourself thrust into parenting once more, often on short notice and without a clear roadmap? Do you wake up exhausted, tending to children who have walked through trauma, while your own dreams and routines fade into th... more

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Are you a grandparent who suddenly became the anchor for your grandchildren’s future, feeling as if your living room has transformed overnight into a command center? Are you buried under legal forms, switching between crisis management and nurturing,... more

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Dr. Tara Williams
Founder and CEO of Innovative Collegiate Consultants, Inc.
Innovative Collegiate Consultants, Inc.
Episode: Why College Breaks Neurodivergent Students (And How to Fix It)
Lati Ganem
Trauma-informed coach and former corporate leader
Living in Progress
Episode: The #1 Reason Kinship Caregivers Lose Power Struggles With Traumatized Children
Felicia Brown
Licensed professional counselor, emotional regulation expert, doctoral candidate
feliciabrown.org / FeliciaBrownLPC (social handles)
Episode: Ditching Caregiver Guilt & Protecting Your Nervous System
Ali Caliendo
Founder of Foster Kinship, the Kinship Policy Lab and assistant professor at the University of Las Vegas in Nevada
Foster Kinship; Kinship Policy Lab; University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Episode: The Unspoken Truth About Kinship Care & Foster Systems
Dr. Jill Bryant
Professor of counseling and researcher; grandmother with firsthand kinship care experience
Walden University (Minnesota)
Episode: Why Data is the Key to Structural Support For Kinship Caregivers
Dr. Jennifer Brunton
Columbia-educated Ph.D., author, professor of counseling, autistic mother and grandmother, primary caregiver for two neurodivergent granddaughters
Columbia University (education), author and educator
Episode: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren- Reclaiming the Neurodiverse Household
Christal Baldor
Translator, researcher, educator, clinician; Professor at University of Kentucky; focuses on trauma-informed care in rural Appalachia
University of Kentucky
Episode: Trauma Recovery and Kinship Care: Evidence-based Strategies for Rural Caregivers
Kate Markland
Author of StoryQuest books; advocate for kinship care
Author of The Adventures of Gabriel and StoryQuest series
Episode: Therapeutic Storytelling for Kinship Care- Helping Traumatized Children Find Their Voice
Kristen Roskoff
Representative from DuPage County Kinship Family Program
DuPage County Kinship Family Program / AgeGuide
Episode: Kinship Care Resources for DuPage County and the AgeGuide Region of Illinois

Host

Laura Brazan
Host of the show; facilitator of kinship care discussions and community-building

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 60 ratings
  • Life-Saving

    This compassionate, brave, honest, uplifting podcast creates community for those of us who need it desperately. Beyond grateful for Laura and the GRG community!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JEB PHD
    United States5 months ago
  • Bridging Generations With Wisdom and Growth

    I had the honor of being a guest on the Grandparents Raising Grandkids podcast, and I truly enjoyed the experience. The work being done through this platform is so important. For generations, we were meant to live in tribes—with grandparents playing a vital role in the lives of children. This show beautifully brings that truth forward.

    I’m deeply grateful for the opportunity to share what I’ve learned and to be part of a conversation that reminds us all how essential it is to come together and s... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lisalisa625
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Show

    Laura is a skilled interviewer and easy to talk to. Her mission is powerful and so important. Our children are our future. Grandparents who are devoting themselves to raising their grandchildren are to be admit, supported and encouraged. This show is a wonderful support. Everyone should listen and benefit.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gkvando
    United Statesa year ago
  • Valuable Insights on Teen Connection

    I was honored to be a guest on Laura's thoughtful podcast. Our conversation about replacing outdated parenting methods with empathy-driven approaches offered practical strategies that actually work with today's teens.

    What makes this show special is how Laura creates space for discussing both the challenges and solutions of raising teenagers. Our episode balanced emotional wisdom with actionable techniques for building trust and developing life skills.

    A must-listen for any grandparent or pare... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeanine Mouchawar
    United States2 years ago
  • Super helpful

    As a guest, I enjoyed my connection with Laura - we have walked a similar road in raising grandchildren. Also Laura brings in so many guests with really helpful tools for parenting. This is a unique and very helpful podcast resource!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Karenditt
    United States2 years ago

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Audience finds the show compassionate and community-focused, offering concrete tools for caregiving.
Host is described as warm, insightful, and approachable, making difficult topics accessible.
Content is valuable for grandparents and kinship caregivers seeking support and resources.
Guests are knowledgeable with practical, trauma-informed guidance that listeners can apply.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Why College Breaks Neurodivergent Students (And How to Fix It)
Q: If you were appointed COO of educational policy, what single mandate would you implement?
Create a unified policy that mandates the use of accommodations for students who have approved supports, guaranteeing access and eliminating the need for families to repeatedly advocate for basic protections.
Why College Breaks Neurodivergent Students (And How to Fix It)
Q: What is the taboo truth about the emotional toll on families when neurodivergent children face these transitions?
Caregivers often carry guilt and feel overwhelmed, watching their children struggle to assert independence while fearing failure, which highlights the need for greater empathy and systemic support.
Why College Breaks Neurodivergent Students (And How to Fix It)
Q: What policy or institutional infrastructure needs to change so that self-advocacy isn't the sole barrier to higher education access?
A more automated, universal approach to accommodations and a standardized transition process from K-12 to college would reduce friction, ensuring students who qualify for supports can access them without prolonged battles.
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren- Reclaiming the Neurodiverse Household
Q: Why do you think that our current educational and legal system struggles so deeply to accommodate unique thinkers? And what is the first step a kinship caregiver can take to demand a neuroaffirming environment in their schools?
The system is overwhelmed and under-resourced, so even well-meaning people can't keep up with language updates and differences. The first step is education—understanding a child's rights and differences—to push for inclusive, affirming practices rather than just more services; act with one-on-one attention when possible and approach schools with human-centered framing. Advocacy should combine practical knowledge with compassionate listening to advocate for changes at the classroom and district level.
Kinship Care Resources for DuPage County and the AgeGuide Region of Illinois
Q: What do you see as the biggest gap kinship families fall through, and how does your program bridge that divide?
Housing and related costs are the major barrier; the program provides direct access to grants, a streamlined intake, and referrals to partners like Prairie State Legal Services and Metropolitan Family Services to address housing, legal, and counseling needs.

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This show centers on kinship caregiving, focusing on practical tools for emotional literacy, trauma-informed care, and family resilience when grandparents and other relatives raise grandchildren. Episodes blend expert guidance with real-world stories, offering frameworks for leadership in the family, legal and educational advocacy, and caregiver self-care. Notable are guest experts spanning psychology, law, education, and trauma-informed practices, plus personal survivor stories that frame kinship care as a leadership role. Listeners are likely caregivers seeking actionable strategies, community support, and resources to navigate complex systems and sustain healthy family dynamics. Highlights include a recurring emphasis on “Invisible CEO” ... more

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