Kinship Care - Grandparent and Family Member Caretakers
A number of grandparents and other relatives care for children whose own parents are unable to care for them.
This arrangement, called kinship care, can be an informal, private arrangement between the parents and relative caregivers, including:
We want to support kinship caregivers and help them work effectively with the child welfare system. View the Kinship Care Guidebook.
The Ohio Resource Guide for Relatives Caring for Children is a comprehensive guidebook containing information about:
This arrangement, called kinship care, can be an informal, private arrangement between the parents and relative caregivers, including:
- Grandparents.
- Aunts.
- Uncles.
- Other relatives.
- Family friends.
We want to support kinship caregivers and help them work effectively with the child welfare system. View the Kinship Care Guidebook.
The Ohio Resource Guide for Relatives Caring for Children is a comprehensive guidebook containing information about:
- What kinship care is.
- How to care for children who were abused, neglected, or abandoned.
- Finding help with expenses.
- Finding help with medical services.
- Finding help with educational services.
- Finding help with legal services and understanding legal terms.
Programs
State of Ohio Kinship Support Program (KSP)
The state of Ohio’s Kinship Support Program (KSP) provides short-term financial reimbursement for caregivers to meet children’s needs.
Extended Kinship Support Program (E-KSP)
Cuyahoga County funded kinship support program information and FAQs.
Kinship Daycare
Information about daycare for family members caring for children.
Kinship Mileage Reimbursement
Information about kinship mileage reimbursement and link to form.
Caring for Children Who Have Experienced Abuse
Even if the children in your care are happy to be with you, they have been through a lot. As a result, the children in your care may need special help to grow and thrive.
Supportive Services for Families
How the Cuyahoga County Division of Children and Family Services can help your children thrive.
Tapestry System of Care
The Tapestry System of Care provides a support network for Cuyahoga County children with significant emotional or behavioral needs.
Help Me Grow
Help Me Grow sets up young children in Cuyahoga County for long-term success. Services include early intervention and home visiting.