BenefitsGPS
Referral search · verify directly

Single Grandmother Raising Two Teen Granddaughter...: local programs and next steps

Explore housing options at Pemberton Park, a complex in Kansas City offering units dedicated to grandparents raising grandchildren, with rent based on income.

Free No sign-in Provider verification required enLocal Government ProgramPemberton ParkNonprofitGrandfamiliesRising

Before you apply

BenefitsGPS gives referral suggestions and contact leads. It is not an official eligibility decision, legal advice, medical advice, or a guarantee that a program has funding or openings.

  • Confirm eligibility, service area, documents, hours, waitlists, and current availability.
  • Avoid sharing Social Security numbers, case numbers, medical records, immigration identifiers, or other sensitive identifiers unless you are on a verified provider page.
  • For emergencies, contact local emergency services or a crisis hotline immediately.

Programs to contact

1

Pemberton Park

Local Government Program

Local grandfamily housing & support programs in Kansas City for grandparents raising teens; see housing & support options

Open provider page +1-658-608-9372
2

GrandfamiliesRising

Nonprofit

Kansas-specific hub for grandparents raising grandchildren offering benefits, therapy, foster/adoption guidance; find local resources & enrollment

Open provider page +1-254-535-2419
3

Second Mile Ministries

Nonprofit

Kansas City nonprofit offering rental help, food and benefits enrollment support for families and grandparents; apply for rental help & food assistance

Open provider page +1-254-535-2419
4

Camp C.H.O.I.C.E

Nonprofit

Youth camp and mentoring for kids facing family challenges, offering teen activities and support in KC; register for programs

Open provider page +1-254-535-2419
5

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City

Nonprofit

After-school, teen leadership and enrichment programs across Kansas City to keep teens engaged and supported; enroll teens in after-school programs

Open provider page +1-254-535-2419
6

Guadalupe Centers Youth Development

Nonprofit

Youth development programs including after-school, mentoring, and counseling in KC for teens needing behavioral or addiction support; see youth programs & co...

Open provider page +1-816-421-1015
7

Setinc 7 – Mentoring For Kids

Nonprofit

Mentoring and emotional-support programs for kids and teens in Kansas City to build coping skills and resilience; sign up for mentoring

Open provider page +1-913-396-3974
8

Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium VolunTEEN Program

Nonprofit

Volunteer program for grades 8\u201311 offering teen engagement, skills and community service opportunities at the Kansas City Zoo; apply to VolunTEEN

Open provider page +1-816-595-1234
9

Waypoint Church Youth Group

Nonprofit

Church-based youth group with regular meetings, mentorship and community activities for teens in KC; join youth group meetings

Open provider page +1-254-535-2419

Recommended next steps

  • Explore housing options at Pemberton Park, a complex in Kansas City offering units dedicated to grandparents raising grandchildren, with rent based on income.
  • Visit GrandfamiliesRising, a Kansas-based organization providing resources and support for kinship families, including financial assistance and educational reso
  • Engage with Second Mile Ministries, offering programs for youth development, including tutoring, mentoring, and community service opportunities.
  • Consider Camp C.H.O.I.C.E, which provides mentorship and workshops to help youth build resilience and confidence.
  • Enroll your granddaughters in theClub Teen Centers by Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City, offering leadership programs, mentoring, and recreational activ
  • Utilize Guadalupe Centers Youth Development programs, providing after-school and summer school programs with tutoring and homework support.
  • Connect with ALLMINE – Grandparents Raising Grandchildren, a support group offering resources and assistance for grandparents in similar situations.
  • Explore Setinc 7 – Mentoring For Kids, offering one-on-one mentoring, counseling services, and guidance for children facing behavioral and emotional challenges.
  • Encourage your granddaughters to participate in the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium's VolunTEEN program, promoting personal and professional development through volu
  • Get involved with Waypoint Church's Youth Group, focusing on community, growth, and opportunities to serve, including mission trips and local community service.

Need categories

Information and Referral

  • Community Resources