Grandparents as Parents, Relatives as Parents Support Group in Norfolk

Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia, Inc.

1301 Colonial Avenue
Norfolk, VA 23517

(757) 533-5217

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36.8646367, -76.2940471

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Who We Are

Grandparents as Parents and Relatives as Parents Support Groups (GAP and RAP) are free support groups for grandparents and relatives raising their grandchildren or the children of other relatives. Currently, groups are offered at Norfolk Public Schools.

The GAP program is a great place for grandparents or kinfolk who have guardianship of a child can come for support. Meetings are once a month with the adults on the 3rd Wednesday at 10:30 am at the Norfolk location. Every meeting is different and can range from speakers, arts and crafts, music, etc. Light food and beverages are provided.

The program also offers diapers, wipes, and clothing for children's sizes, premie to 5 T.

Clients are also able to meet with the Parent Support Mentor one-on-one to discuss other things they might need resources for, such as financial, housing,  mental counseling, and more.

To sign up for the support group, clients would just need to fill out an intake form. Please call for more information. 

 

 

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
,
Spanish
Service Area(s)
Chesapeake City
,
Norfolk City
,
Portsmouth City
,
Virginia Beach City

Cost & Payment Methods

Fee Structure
No Fee

Age Requirements
18 and over
Family
Yes

Available 24/7
No
Additional Availability Comments
See program description for specific locations and times for individual support groups. Call to verify information before attending a group meeting.

Intake Process
Call for more information before attending the group. For financial assistance, call the Financial Assistance Hotline (757) 533-9569.
Documents Required
Call for details
Self Refer
Yes
Provider Refer
Yes
Intake Contact Telephone
(757) 533-5217

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