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Re: Grandparent raising grandchildren - Emotional Support

I am!  We are raising our 5 year old grandson.  He is a delight, but has some special needs and I am lonely, exhausted, and can't find anyone in my area that can relate.  I can't believe there aren't support groups in our churches etc.  
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Re: Grandparent raising grandchildren - Emotional Support

I am!  We are raising our 5 year old grandson.  He is a delight, but has some special needs and I am lonely, exhausted, and can't find anyone in my area that can relate.  I can't believe there aren't support groups in our churches etc.  
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Re: Grandparent raising grandchildren - Emotional Support

I am!  We are raising our 5 year old grandson.  He is a delight, but has some special needs and I am lonely, exhausted, and can't find anyone in my area that can relate.  I can't believe there aren't support groups in our churches etc.  
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