About Grandparents as Parents
Launched in 2000, Grandparents as Parents is dedicated to creating a sense of community for grandparents and other relative caregivers. The program offers support, information, and connections to vital services—reminding caregivers that they are not alone.
Grandparents as Parents provides:
- Educational support meetings
- Conference calls
- Monthly newsletter
- Community outreach
- Case management
- Information and referrals
- Annual conference
Learn More About the Grandparents as Parents Program
Eligibility
Any grandparent or relative caregiver in the East Tennessee area is welcome to join Grandparents as Parents. There are no income or age requirements.
Relative Caregivers Enrolled
Grandparents as Parents Guidebook
The 3rd edition of the Grandparents as Parents Guidebook, published in 2024, offers support, guidance, and local resources for grandparents and other relative caregivers. Available at no cost in both print and online, the guide is here to help anyone who needs it. While it focuses on Knox County, it also includes helpful information for families in Anderson, Blount, Loudon, and Sevier counties.
Grandfamilies Together
You are not alone. Come connect with others who understand!
Grandparents as Parents invites you to join our monthly Grandfamilies Together conference call and in-person meeting. Each gathering features guest speakers on topics relevant to relative caregivers, plus time to share experiences and build connections with others on a similar journey. GAP also offers a monthly newsletter filled with resources, updates, and helpful tips. All meetings and newsletters are free and open to the public. Take a look at our latest newsletter below to catch up on what’s happening with GAP and find information about our monthly meeting and conference call.
Contact Us or Sign Up Today
To learn more or sign up for Grandparents as Parents, contact the CAC Office on Aging at (865) 524-2786 or knoxooa@knoxseniors.org.
Resources
Custody, Guardianship, & Adoption
Financial Assistance
Legal Resources
Videos
Child Custody Options for Relative Caregivers in Tennessee
About Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Outreach at the CAC Office on Aging
Budget In a Box with Knoxville-Knox County CAC
AARP Connected – Grandparents as Parents Spotlight
Help Those Who Are Parenting the Second Time Around
Grandparents and other relatives stepping in to raise children are giving love, stability, and guidance—often on limited incomes. Your gift helps provide the resources and support they need to keep their families strong.
Follow the CAC Office on Aging’s social media for GAP’s weekly #GAPTipTuesday posts!
