President Pro Tempore, Senator Sharon Weston Broome

What is the Grandparents House? Windows | iPod

How did the Grandparents Raising Grandchildren organization get started and what possibilities are there to continue supporting grandparent programs in the future? Windows | iPod

What are your goals as an advocate for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren? Windows | iPod

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren,
Pat Robinson

What are some of the training programs offered through GPRGC? Windows | iPod

Have you received additional grants for literacy programs? Windows | iPod

How have the grandparents responded to the classes provided at the Grandparents House?
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How can you get additional information about GPRG program? Windows | iPod

Co-Founder of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Organization, Dot Thibodeaux

What is the Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Organization? Windows | iPod

Why was the Grandparents Raising Grandchildren organization started? Windows | iPod

What are some of the programs available through the GRG organization? Windows | iPod

What are the 3 most important challenges that grandparents face when raising grandchildren? Windows | iPod

What are the plans for expansion of GRG statewide?
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How could a grandparent start a GRG organization?
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What would a grandparent learn by attending the GRG conference? Windows | iPod

Urban Restoration, Ronnie Edwards

What is the Urban Restoration Corporation?
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What are the nine programs that are available through the Urban Restoration Enhancement Corporation? Windows | iPod

What is the Grandparent's House? Windows | iPod

What are the eligibility requirements to reside at the Grandparent's House? Windows | iPod

What should a person do if they are interested in residing at the Grandparent's House? Windows | iPod

What is the Grandparent Information Center?
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How would someone contact the Grandparent's Information Center? Windows | iPod

Are there web links that are available to grandparents raising grandchildren? Windows | iPod

Dealing with Addiction & Drug/ Alcohol Prevention- Co-Founder of Grandparents Raising Grandschildren, Danna Spayde

What are some signs that indicate children may be involved in drugs? Windows | iPod

What are some other symptoms of drug or alcohol abuse? Windows | iPod

What can parents and grandparents do if they suspect their children are using drugs or alcohol?
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What can grandparents do to help children prevent drug abuse? Windows | iPod

What other suggestions may help children prevent drug abuse? Windows | iPod

Louisiana Children’s Trust, Malcolm Myer

What are some of the things that the Children’s Trust Fund does for the GPRG organization?
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How do the programs benefit grandparents?
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How do you help with health safety and well being of children? Windows | iPod

Governor's Office of Elderly Affairs,
Ronald Blereau

What type of services does the Governor's Office of Elderly Affairs provide to grandparents raising grandchildren? Windows | iPod

Who is eligible for services through the Governor's office of Elderly Affairs? Windows | iPod

What is the Louisiana Grandparent Information Center? Windows | iPod

What is the National Family Caregiver Support Program? Windows | iPod

Is there a way I can start a support group in my local area? Windows | iPod

What other benefits are available to grandparents raising grandchildren? Windows | iPod

Catholic Charities - Diocese of Baton Rouge, Gerri Baker Allen

What services are provided by Catholic Charities for grandparents? Windows | iPod

What benefits would a grandparent receive when becoming a foster grandparent? Windows | iPod

What is the Senior Employment Program at Catholic charities? Windows | iPod

How can you find out more information about the Catholic Charities Programs? Windows | iPod

What services are available through LSU Ag Center to assist with child nutrition, wellness and food safety education? Windows | iPod

Are the same services available for seniors in nutrition wellness and food safety? Windows | iPod

What do the family consumer science educators have to share with parents and grandparents?
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How can a parent contact the LSU Ag Center? Windows | iPod

Kinship Care Social Services, Cheryl Michelet

What is kinship care? Windows

How much financial assistance is available per month?
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How do you qualify for kinship care?
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How do you apply for kinship care? Windows | iPod

What happens after you have applied for kinship care? Windows | iPod

How are benefits issued? Windows | iPod

If you have any additional questions regarding Kinship Care who should you contact?
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LACHIP, Hexter Bennett

What is LACHIP? Windows | iPod

What medical services are covered by LACHIP? Windows | iPod

Who qualifies for the LACHIP program?
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How do you apply for LACHIP coverage?
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What is the application process for LACHIP programs? Windows | iPod

When does coverage become effective?
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If you need additional information who should you contact? Windows | iPod

Partnerships in Childcare, Janie Starks

How do I decide what is the right child care option for my child or grandchild? Windows | iPod

What is quality childcare? Windows | iPod

How can you find quality childcare in my area? Windows | iPod

What if my child is hesitant to go to a childcare center? Windows | iPod

Is there a referral service available for parents or grandparents? Windows | iPod

Who can parents call for information about the available childcare programs in their area?
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School Preparation LA 4, Marybeth Ridgel

Why should you enroll your child in an early childhood program? Windows | iPod

What are some indicators of a quality early childhood program? Windows | iPod

What should you consider when selecting a high quality early childhood program? Windows | iPod

What programs are available in my area of the state?
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What is the most important thing I can do to help my child succeed at school? Windows | iPod

What can you do to encourage reading at home?
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How can you help your child concentrate in school?
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How can you help your child have more self confidence? Windows | iPod

Communicating with Schools – Mary Sue Slack, Principal Southdowns Elementary

What do you need to know to successfully communicate with your grandchild’s school? Windows | iPod

How do you establish a positive relationship with the teacher and the school? Windows | iPod

How do you work through disagreements with the school? Windows | iPod

What personal information should you share with the teacher? Windows | iPod

How important is homework? Windows | iPod

Special Needs Evaluation- Retired Special Education Instructional Specialist, Paula Miller

What is Special Education? Windows | iPod

How can you distinguish if a child has a special education need or if it is just a stage a child may be experiencing? Windows | iPod

What will the school do if they suspect your child has a special education need? Part 1: Windows | iPod

What is the process to determine if your grandchild has a special need? Windows | iPod

What happens after your child has been determined to be eligible for services? Windows | iPod

What is the IEP conference? Windows | iPod

Autism, Governor's Office of Community Programs, Janet Mora

What is Autism? Windows | iPod

What are some of the behaviors that are noticeable in the Autistic child? Windows | iPod

How do schools work with children with Autism? Windows | iPod

What is Asperger Syndrome? Windows | iPod

Who should you contact to find out more about autism? Windows | iPod

Healthy Living- Terri Cavalier, Respiratory Therapist, RN

How important is stress management?
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What are some healthy habits that can help you and your grandchild? Windows | iPod

Why is exercise and fitness so important to health? Windows | iPod

Why is it so important for children and adults to eat breakfast each day? Windows | iPod

What food should you feed your child and what foods should you avoid? Windows | iPod

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