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Rooted in Resilience
What does resilience look like through the eyes of a five-year-old? Jaxon has faced more disruptions in his young life than many do in a lifetime, including separation from the only caregiver he has ever known. Diagnosed with autism and ADHD, Jaxon thrives on routine, stability, and predictability. When he was suddenly removed from his uncle Reggie’s care for six months due to a misunderstanding, the disruption was devastating. But this isn’t just a story about hardship. It’s a story about healing.
Connection and Coding: Bringing Kinship Families Together
Raising a relative’s child comes with unexpected challenges, from navigating school systems to planning for the future. At ISDD’s latest support group, kinship caregivers found guidance, resources, and a sense of community—while their children explored creative learning opportunities, including a hands-on coding workshop led by Georgia Tech.
Raising her Niece, Finding Strength
At 56, Rhonda never expected to be raising a teenager—but when her niece needed her, she didn’t hesitate. Facing financial struggles, emotional challenges, and an uncertain future, she found strength she never knew she had.
From Grief to Growth: How Fatima and Aisha Found Strength Together
When Aisha lost both of her parents before the age of five, her grandmother, Fatima, stepped in to raise her. Navigating grief, financial challenges, and the emotional weight of parenting again, Naima found unexpected support through ISDD’s Project GRANDD.
A Grandfather's Fight to Feed his Family
He took his grandkids to the store, but when he went to pay, his SNAP benefits were gone-stolen by scammers. With only $13 left to feed six hungry children, he faced an impossible choice. For Ray, sharing his story isn’t about seeking sympathy—it’s about making a change.
A Grandmother’s Love: The Story of Dorothy and Kamari
Dorothy’s journey has been anything but easy. But when her granddaughter, Kamari, needed her, Dorothy didn’t hesitate to step in. Thanks to additional help from her family support system and services from ISDD, Dorothy knew she could give Kamari the best life possible.
Wrapping Up the Joy of Adopt-a-Family
Discover how the 2024 Adopt-a-Family program brought joy to 119 families this holiday season! Click to read the unique ways our community joined forces to make the holidays unforgettable.
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Adopt-a-Family on 11Alive
The story highlights the courage of families like Joycelyn Davis, a grandmother raising her three grandchildren unexpectedly, and the support our program provides thanks to the help of donors and community supporters.