NET Centers’ Kinship Support Program strengthens and empowers kinship caregivers in Philadelphia through evidence-based education, individualized support, and peer connection. The program addresses the unique challenges kinship families face by promoting caregiver well-being, family stability, and access to early childhood learning opportunities for children in their care.

Basic Information

Organization
Northeast Treatment Center

Contact Person
Ebony Scott

Email
kinshipsupport@net-centers.org

Phone Number
267-348-3539

County
Philadelphia

Geographical area(s) in which services are provided
North Philadelphia and surrounding areas

Program Information

Social/Emotional Support

  • Caregiver Support Groups

Basic Living Resources

  • Housing resources/advice/advocacy
  • Clothing/Food
  • Health resources/advice/advocacy

Education

  • For the Child (in schools preschools or other community setting)
  • For the Adult (formal or informal training in childcare; e.g. certificate program or continuing education course)

Meetings

Average Number of Participants
15

Level of Formality
Informal

Contact Us

Matthew S. Kaplan, Ph.D.
  • Professor, Intergenerational Programs and Aging

Contact Us

Matthew S. Kaplan, Ph.D.
  • Professor, Intergenerational Programs and Aging