Statewide and Nationwide
Grandparent and Kinship Care Supports
Programs in which the full time care, supervision, nurturing and protection of a minor child is the responsibility of a grandparent, aunt, uncle or other relative, member of the child’s tribe or clan, godparent, stepparent, friend of family or another adult who has a long-standing relationship with the child or the family. In many cases, the programs are specifically for grandparents including those raising grandchildren.
Kinship Navigators, Family First Virginia
Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS)
5600 Cox Road, Glen Allen, VA, 23060
Main:
(804) 726-7000
Respite Voucher or Scholarship Programs
Respite Voucher or Scholarship Programs provide financial assistance to home-based caregivers for the cost of temporary respite care. Programs may have limitations and specific eligibility requirements.
Virginia Lifespan Respite Voucher Program
DARS, Office for Aging Services, Division of Community Living
1610 Forest Avenue, Suite 100, Henrico, VA, 23229-5019
Main:
(804) 662-9333
Toll Free:
(800) 552-3402
Fax:
(804) 662-7000
