Raising Grandchildren in the Digital Age: Understanding Social Media and Setting Healthy Limits Grandparents stepping into the parenting role once again are navigating a world that looks very different from the one they raised their own children in —especially when it comes to technology. Social … [Read more...]
Our Library Kin Korner Review
Our Library Kin Korner Review We’ve had the pleasure of featuring Beth Tyson in our Library Kin Korner before, and her first book, A Grandfamily for Sullivan, remains one of the most popular titles in our collection. We are thrilled to introduce her newest book. Sullivan Goes to See Mama … [Read more...]
Back to School Jitters: Tips for Caregivers
Back to School Jitters: Tips for Caregivers Like most summers, this one flew by! It’s back to school time and reality is slowly sinking in. We know this is often an exciting yet challenging season for families. Here are a few ways kinship families can prepare for a new and successful school … [Read more...]
Celebrating National Kinship Care Month
Celebrating National Kinship Care Month As September ushers in a season of changes, we’d like to take a pause to honor our kinship caregivers who change lives everyday, love unconditionally, and provide an unwavering commitment to many children. Here at KinKonnect, we observe Kinship Care Month … [Read more...]
NJ Family Care
Affordable health coverage. Quality Care. NJ FamilyCare, a federal and state-funded health insurance program created to give qualified New Jersey residents of any age access to affordable health insurance. NJ FamilyCare is for people who do not have employer insurance. That means qualified … [Read more...]
NJFC Scholars: New Jersey Foster Care Scholars
NJFC Scholars: New Jersey Foster Care Scholars The NJFC Scholars Program provides funding for eligible youth who have experienced a CP&P out-of-home placement, CP&P independent living arrangement or transitional living program and are seeking a post-secondary degree at an accredited … [Read more...]
Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLA) Update for 2025
Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLA) Update for 2025 Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for more than 72.5 million Americans will increase 2.5 % in 2025. The 2.5 % cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will begin with benefits payable to nearly 68 million Social Security … [Read more...]
New Jersey Community Resources
New Jersey Community Resources Happy Spring 2025 readers! As the snow begins to melt and spring is in the air, let’s take a moment to highlight some state-wide programs that offer support and assistance to families. Garden State Community Outreach Program In September … [Read more...]
Our Library “Kin” Korner Review
Our Library “Kin” Korner Review The KinKonnect Free Lending Library has hundreds of books to borrow and handbooks to download! To find out more call us at 1-877-KLG-LINE (1-877-554-5463) Welcome readers! We have three kinship-related books to share with you this month. Be sure to check out our … [Read more...]
Know the Signs of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Know the Signs of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) What is PTSD? Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in children occurs when a child has experienced or witnessed a traumatic event and develops lasting emotional and psychological symptoms. These events might include abuse, neglect, … [Read more...]