Are you caring for a relative’s child?

Stepping in to care for a sibling, niece, nephew, grandchild, or another relative can bring new responsibilities, questions, and challenges. Whether you’re new to caregiving or have been caring for a child for years, you don’t have to navigate it alone.

The Belonging Network is here to help. We offer support, resources, and opportunities to connect with others who understand the experience of kinship caregiving.

Ways we can help

  • Individual support: Connect with our Family Support Specialists for free, confidential one-to-one guidance and support. They can help answer questions, suggest resources, and make referrals based on your family’s needs.
  • Learning opportunities: Equip yourself with knowledge, skills, and confidence with our workshops and learning opportunities.
  • Kinship care toolkit: Explore information, resources, and personal stories to help you navigate kinship caregiving and support your family.
  • Connection with other caregivers: Join our online support groups, including our Relatives Raising Children Facebook group, to connect with others who share similar experiences.

Upcoming events

A parent sits with a teenage girl on a bed, holding her hands in a supportive, caring way.

Connect Attachment Kinship Edition – Waitlist

This free, 10-week online program helps kinship caregivers of children and youth ages 8–18 better understand and respond to challenging behaviours and intense emotions while strengthening family relationships.

Dates and times for the next session are still being finalized. Join the waitlist to be notified when registration opens.

Learn more and join the waitlist

Explore financial and legal considerations that may be helpful as you navigate kinship caregiving.

I was worried I wouldn’t be able to support my nephew, but your Family Support Specialist gave me the clarity and confidence I needed. Thank you for your kindness and for providing such helpful resources.” — Kinship caregiver

No matter your situation, whether your caregiving role is formal, informal, or somewhere in between, you belong here.

We invite you to explore our resources, support groups, and learning opportunities, or sign up for our newsletter to stay connected.

Got questions? Email us at info@belongingnetwork.com.