Kinship Care Circle Program

The Kinship Care Circle Program, offered by Franklin Wright Settlements in Detroit, supports relative caregivers — grandparents, aunts, uncles, and others — who are raising children when the parents are unable to. As a program of a long-established Detroit human-services organization whose mission is to “help the child, preserve the family, strengthen the community,” the Kinship Circle wraps support around both the children and the caregivers who step up for them.

The program provides the kind of community and connection that kinship caregivers especially need: a circle of peers who understand the unique demands of raising relatives’ children later in life. Through support gatherings, guidance, and links to Franklin Wright’s broader services — which span early child development, youth enrichment, senior outreach, and emergency assistance — caregivers can find both emotional support and practical help in one place. For families navigating sudden caregiving responsibilities, having a trusted neighborhood organization to turn to is invaluable.

This resource matters because kinship caregivers in urban communities often face financial strain, legal questions, and isolation, frequently without a clear place to turn. The Kinship Care Circle offers belonging and a doorway to additional support. Because Franklin Wright offers many programs, caregivers interested specifically in the Kinship Circle should reach out directly to confirm current schedules and details. Franklin Wright Settlements can be reached at 313-579-1000 or info@franklinwright.org, with its main office at 3360 Charlevoix in Detroit.