Direction Home Offers Respite for Grandparents

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The pandemic exacerbated the inequities in society, including among older adults who care for their grandchildren. Recognizing the lack of support for these caregivers, Direction Home of Eastern Ohio presented its inaugural Kinship Summer Camp in 2022. The two-week camp provided a respite for these older residents while the campers enjoyed an experience that included educational programs. The children also interacted with adult day clients of Easterseals, providing an