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Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through AdversityTurning Pain into Policy: How a Grandparent's Loss is Fixing a Broken System with Rep. Jamie ThompsonHave you found yourself unexpectedly raising your grandchildren after a family tragedy, feeling lost in a system that seems impossible to navigate? Are you carrying the immense weight of grief while advocating for the children you love? Do you wish for a community that understands the unique challenges faced by kinship caregivers and offers guidance, not judgment? The struggle of turning personal pain into a force for change can feel lonely and overwhelming.I’m Laura Brazan, and I know firsthand what it means to step up for your grandchildren in the face of heartbreak. In this ep...
2025-10-2140 min
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through AdversityTwo Voices, One Mission: A New Vision for Supporting GrandfamiliesHave you ever met someone whose story mirrors your own—someone who truly understands the unique joys and struggles of grandparents raising grandchildren? Are you seeking connection, compassion, and real-world solutions in the midst of legal, financial, and emotional challenges? Do you long for a supportive community and expert guidance as you help your grandchildren heal from trauma and build a new legacy?I'm Laura Brazan, and like you, my retirement took an unexpected turn when I answered the call to raise my grandchildren. In this episode of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity, join me and fe...
2025-09-0939 min
It's A Grand LifeLaura Brazan's Grandparents Raising Grandchildren PodcastLaura Brazan was in much the same situation as Craig Nash.She didn't want to waste her pain.Listen to her explain her motivations for launching a podcast in this IAGL interview with Craig Nash.Watch the video version here.https://youtu.be/yG6plHtnBCshttps://www.grandparents-raising-grandchildren.org/https://www.itsagrandlife.com#grandfamily #grandfamilypodcast #laurabrazan#grandparentsraisinggrandchildren #grandparentsasparents
2025-09-0433 min