05/28/2026
When family steps in, we step up. 💙
Sometimes life changes unexpectedly and grandparents, aunts, uncles, older siblings, or close relatives step in to raise a child. That is an incredible act of love, but it can also come with unexpected challenges.
That is why we offer the Relatives as Parents Program (RAPP).
RAPP is designed to support kinship caregivers who are raising children that are not biologically their own. Whether the placement is formal or informal, we are here to walk alongside you.
Through this program, families can receive:
✨ Support groups with other caregivers who understand the journey
✨ Parenting education and guidance
✨ Assistance navigating school systems and community resources
✨ Help connecting to financial, legal, and social service supports
✨ Special events and activities for caregivers and children
You do not have to figure this out alone. When family steps in to provide stability and love, we step up to provide support, tools, and connection.
For more information about the Relatives as Parents Program, contact the Clara Allen Family Center at 828-247-0366.
Because strong families deserve strong support. 💙