Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

Imagine discovering that your adult child is battling an opioid addiction and then suddenly finding yourself the primary caregiver for your grandchild. This is the reality for over 2.6 million grandparents in the U.S. In this heartfelt episode of 'The Most Important Work', Dr. Jessica Black sits down with Dr. William Kerr, who shares his personal story of stepping into an unexpected parenting role. After learning about his daughter's opioid use disorder, Dr.

Kerr took legal custody of his grandson, navigating through his own feelings of shock, grief, and anger. Through it all, he found a new sense of purpose, his daughter embarked on a path to recovery, and his grandson began to thrive. This episode is a beacon of hope for anyone caring for their grandchildren due to parental addiction. Dr. Kerr emphasizes the importance of consistency, love, and accessing resources like counseling and faith-based support.

He also sheds light on the broader impact of addiction on families and the critical role of grandparents in providing stability and care. Tune in to hear Dr. Kerr's inspiring journey and gather practical advice on how to manage the complexities of raising grandchildren amidst the challenges of addiction.