Raising Your Grandkids? You’re Not Alone

And You’re Not Forgotten.

Whether this was planned or came as a surprise, raising grandkids is no small thing. It takes love, grit, and a whole lot of figuring it out as you go.

At The Support Cafe, we see you. This space is for you.

Expect strong coffee, straight answers, people who listen, and a place where your wisdom is respected — and your weariness is too.

You didn’t sign up for this.

Not at this age, not in this way.

But you stepped up. You made a way. Now you’re holding together two generations, and most days, nobody even thinks to ask how you are.

We will. Every time.

Come in for coffee. Bring the kids if you need to. We’ll help you with school papers, court forms, Medicaid questions — or just give you a place to sit and breathe for a while.

Or just walk in. You’re welcome here. Always.

Helpful Reads for the Journey

  • You’re not just keeping a roof over their heads. You’re giving your grandkids stability, love, and safety — all things they desperately need.

    But some days, it’s a lot. The homework makes no sense. The energy runs out. The finances are tight. The emotions get heavy.

    We’re here for all of it — even the messy, tired, worn-out parts. Come in. You don’t have to do this alone.

  • New testing. Online grades. Google Classroom. Chromebooks. It’s a different world from when you raised your own kids.

    We can help explain:

    • How to get into the school portal

    • What IEPs or 504 plans really mean

    • What your rights are as guardian or kinship caregiver

    • Who to call when the school doesn’t listen

    Bring us the papers. We’ll help you read them. And we’ll help you respond.

  • Many grandparents don’t know they can apply for:

    • Guardianship Assistance Program (GAP)

    • SNAP benefits for the kids

    • Healthcare through CHIP or Medicaid

    • One-time support funds for clothes, car seats, or beds

    We can walk you through what’s available and help with the paperwork.
    Text GRAND to (574) 203-8555 or just come in with your questions.

  • If you don’t have legal custody or guardianship, it can get complicated. Schools, doctors, and government offices may not talk to you — even when you’re doing all the parenting.

    We can help:

    • Connect you to legal aid

    • Show you how to get temporary guardianship

    • Help with court forms

    • Talk about what’s possible without going to court

    It’s not easy, but it is doable — and you don’t have to figure it out on your own.

  • This part is hard to say, but honest: it’s okay to feel overwhelmed. You’re doing the work of parents at a time when your body, your energy, or your income might be stretched thin.

    We’re here for that, too. We won’t shame you. We won’t push you to “get it together.”
    Come have a meal. Take a break. Talk to someone who gets it. You’ve done enough alone. Let us walk with you now.

MORE VOICES ON GRANDPARENTING
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What Grandfamilies Need to Know: A Starter Guide
A deep overview from Generations United on rights, resources, and realities.

Raising a Second Family: What It Takes
Covers emotional toll, financial strain, and the quiet heroism of kinship caregivers.

Kinship Care: How to Get Help Without Custody
Options for support even if courts aren’t involved.

Talking to Grandkids About Trauma and Loss
How to support children through grief, addiction, or family crisis.

Stress Relief for Grandparents Who Are Parenting Again
Real strategies from caregivers who’ve been there.