To make a donation to GRG there are a number of options to choose from.
To make a donation to GRG there are a number of options to choose from.
SALT Workshops
GRG's specifically developed one-day workshops are free for our members, ensuring whanau caregivers have access to relevant education and training programmes.
Guardianship
What are my legal rights and responsibilities as a caregiver?
Rights to Financial Support
If you are caring for someone else's child you are entitled to seek financial support.
Family Court Websites
Explore resources on family justice, dispute resolution, child disputes, family violence, child safety, mediation, adoption, paternity, property, and divorce.
Legal Aid
You can get legal advice by asking trusted people for recommendations, using online tools like the NZ Law Society's website or directories, or visiting local legal aid centres or Citizens' Advice Bureaus if eligible.
Family Court Navigator Service
Family Court Navigators help whānau and families with information, guidance, and support on their journey through the Family Court
Legal Support Websites
Explore key resources for legal and support services in New Zealand, covering family courts, legal advice, benefits, and community directories.
Citizens’ Advice Bureau
Citizens’ Advice Bureaus around New Zealand provide information about the law.
Community Law Centre
Community Law Centres provide information and other legal help.
Orphan's Benefit (OB)
This is a weekly payment which helps carers supporting a child or young person whose parents have died or can't be found, or can't look after them because they have a serious long-term health condition or incapacity.
Unsupported Child Benefit (UCB)
This is a weekly payment which helps carers supporting a child or young person whose parents can't care for them because of a family breakdown.
Clothing Allowance
If you get Unsupported Child's Benefit or Orphan's Benefit, you'll also automatically get a Clothing Allowance for children in your care.
Establishment Grant
Establishment grant is paid automatically when you first get Unsupported Child's Benefit or Orphan's Benefit.
Holiday and Birthday Allowance
You automatically get the Holiday and Birthday Allowance if you already get Unsupported Child's Benefit or Orphan's Benefit.
School and Year Start-Up Payments
Help with the costs that mostly happen at the beginning of the year, in particular pre-school and school-related costs, eg clothing, school fees and stationery.
Extraordinary Care Fund
The Extraordinary Care Fund offers up to $2,000 annually to support children's skill development and address significant difficulties impacting their growth.
Gender Diversity
Here are several prominent organisations dedicated to offering support and information to LGBTI+, Takatāpui, MVPFAFF+, and other rainbow communities throughout Aotearoa.
Healthcare and Social Services Websites
These organisations provide diverse support services, including healthcare information, crisis helplines, counselling, and support for survivors of abuse and trauma, ensuring comprehensive assistance for individuals in need.
Crisis, Healthcare, and Social Services Helplines
These helplines provide round-the-clock support for various mental health, addiction, and crisis situations, ensuring individuals of all ages have access to essential assistance and guidance when needed.
Happy Stories
Here are some reflections on life as a grandparent caregiver that we have collected over the years for you to enjoy.
Resources for Seniors Websites
These organisations cater to the needs of older adults, providing support, advocacy, and social opportunities for seniors to lead fulfilling lives with dignity and quality.
Internet Safety Websites
These online resources provide valuable information on internet safety, social media security, and scam awareness, offering essential guidance and updates to help protect users online.
Counselling and Therapy Provider Websites
These organisations offer a range of counselling and therapy services, specialising in mental health support for individuals, families, and youth across New Zealand.
Depression Information and Support Websites
These websites offer diverse mental health support and resources to improve well-being in New Zealand.
Mental Health Books
Explore the range of excellent parenting books and resources for children.
Understanding Mental Health in Grandparent Care
Many children in grandparent care face psychological issues due to abuse, neglect, or domestic violence, making diagnosis and therapy challenging for grandparents.
Counselling and Therapy Services
Professional counsellors and therapists are trained to offer caring, expert assistance to help identify problems and assist you in finding the best ways to cope with them.
Parenting, Childcare, and Family Services Websites
These organisations offer various services for parenting, disability support, education, pregnancy assistance, childcare, and social support.
Parenting Books
Explore the range of excellent parenting books and resources.
Trouble-shooting Strategies for Teenagers
Understanding Adolescent Issues, Youth Justice, Self-Harm, Drugs, Alcohol, Sexual Health, Online Safety, and Driver Education.
Caregiver Workshops & Courses
Bringing up a child whether it is your own or someone else’s can be one of the most rewarding experiences you can have in your life and many of our members tell us of the joy they experience and the sense of purpose it can bring into their lives.
Dealing with Trauma from Earthquakes
In the days and weeks ahead following a major traumatic event or disaster such as an earthquake or other natural disaster affecting daily lives, the disaster or trauma can trigger a variety of reactions and responses in your grandchildren.
Children with Special Needs
For grandparents and whanau caregivers with special needs children in their care an additional layer of complexity, stress and anxiety is added to their daily lives.
Children's Books
Explore the range of excellent books and resources for children.