Duet: Partners in Health & Aging – Kinship Care Services
Phoenix, AZ
Innovative and Exemplary (2025)
Duet: Partners in Health & Aging – Kinship Care Services in Phoenix, Arizona, provided 7,600 hours of respite to 144 grandfamilies last year. Established in 1995, our Kinship Care Services emerged when we noticed many seniors withdrawing from programs due to new caregiving responsibilities for their grandchildren. We adopted a flexible voucher service model within a personalized, family-centered framework, tailoring support to each caregiver’s unique needs. Alongside respite funds, grandfamilies benefit from shared intergenerational outings, educational workshops, and one-on-one guidance with our Kinship Team. Our comprehensive approach is supported by diverse resources, including local businesses, and an active Grandparents Advisory Board that helps shape the program’s direction. This holistic model fosters a strong community, reduces social isolation, and strengthens family connections.
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