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Head Start Dental Home Initiative Partners With Vcu And Virginia Oral Health Coalition, Martha Bushong

Virginia Dental Journal

No abstract provided.

The Vda Thanks Vcu Dental Students For Their Legislative Efforts, Laura Givens

Virginia Dental Journal

No abstract provided.

The End Of The Beginning, Richard S. Carlile Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

No abstract provided.

Awards And Recognition

Virginia Dental Journal

No abstract provided.

Northern Virginia Missions Of Mercy Project, Peter Cocolis Dmd

Virginia Dental Journal

No abstract provided.

Roanoke Missions Of Mercy Project, David E. Black Dds

Virginia Dental Journal

No abstract provided.

Give Kids A Smile!, Sam W. Galstan Dds, Mph

Virginia Dental Journal

No abstract provided.

Guest Editorial - Limiting The Use Of Formaldehyde-Containing Materials In Endodontics, Robert M. Block Dds, Ms, Paul Supan Dds, Ma, Mph

Virginia Dental Journal

No abstract provided.

Va Dent J July, August, And September 2010

Virginia Dental Journal

No abstract provided.

Bridging The Gap: Critical Resources For Grandparent Caregivers And Their Grandchildren, Kathy Dial, Cara Tonn, Omotomilola Jegede, Cindy Kekeh, Loriena Yancura, Michele Kekeh

GrandFamilies: The Contemporary Journal of Research, Practice and Policy

US population estimates indicate that approximately 2.5 million children live apart from both parents. Family relatives, often called kinship caregivers, care for 70% to 90% of these children, with grandparents making up the largest category (Radel et al., 2016). This study aimed to identify the most helpful resources and sources for grandparent caregivers to support the overall well-being of their families. Phone or Zoom interviews were conducted among a purposive sample of 24 grandparent caregivers from February to March 2022 to examine their initial experiences as caregivers, the current support services and resources they received, and other resources and services …

Kinship Caregivers Feel More Satisfied With Services And Better Supported With A Kinship Navigator, Berenice R. Rushovich, Kristin Sepulveda Muñoz, Brittany Mihalec-Adkins, Brooke Derrick, Karin Malm

GrandFamilies: The Contemporary Journal of Research, Practice and Policy

Kinship caregivers caring for children often lack access to services and supports they need to stabilize their families. Other kinship navigator programs have been shown to improve child permanency, child safety, child wellbeing, and adult wellbeing. This study evaluated Kinnections, a kinship navigator program provided by Wayfinder Family Services, operating since 2007 in seven counties in Northern California. Using propensity score matching, 116 kinship caregivers receiving Kinnections services were matched with 116 kinship caregivers in neighboring counties with no kinship navigator services available. The matched sample showed strong baseline equivalence on key caregiver, child, and household factors. Findings showed …

Montana Kinship Navigator Program: A Statewide Frontier Initiative Promoting Kinship Family Health And Wellness, Daniel J. Koltz Dr., Peyton Vining, Yu Jiang

GrandFamilies: The Contemporary Journal of Research, Practice and Policy

This practice brief report describes the development, implementation, and new updates of the Montana Kinship Navigator Program (MTKNP), a statewide initiative designed to support kinship caregivers in a large, rural frontier context. Montana’s geographic isolation, limited infrastructure, and sparse population create significant barriers for kinship families, including restricted access to healthcare, transportation, childcare, and social services. These challenges are compounded when caregivers unexpectedly assume responsibility for children, often with limited resources and support. MTKNP addresses these gaps through a comprehensive, evidence-informed model that integrates information and referral services with individualized case management. The program serves both formal and informal kinship …

Vietnamese Grandparents' Caregiving Experiences For Grandchildren Impacted By Hiv/Aids: An Ethnographic Study, Lesley M. Harris, Nguyen D. Thang, Linh Thuy Nguyen

GrandFamilies: The Contemporary Journal of Research, Practice and Policy

This ethnographic study explores the caregiving experiences of grandparents in northern Vietnam who are raising grandchildren impacted by HIV/AIDS. Specifically, what is the process of skipped-generation caregiving in families affected by HIV/AIDS in Vietnam? Data were collected between 2009 and 2011 through participant observation and in-depth interviews with 26 grandparent caregivers and eight key informants. Informed by the Caregiving Career framework as a sensitizing concept and using constructivist grounded theory analytic strategies, the study identifies four interconnected caregiving phases shaped by cultural expectations, stigma, and intergenerational disruption. Through fieldwork and analysis, we found that grandparents drew from previous and current …

The Health And Well-Being Of Grandparents Who Report Major Responsibilities For Grandchildren: Perceived Physical Health, Depressive Affect, And Life Satisfaction, Tze-Li Hsu Phd, Patricia Drentea Phd

GrandFamilies: The Contemporary Journal of Research, Practice and Policy

This study examines how grandparents who report major responsibilities for their grandchildren experience perceived physical health, depressive affect, and life satisfaction compared to grandparents who do not report these responsibilities. Using data from the third wave of MIDUS (2013–2014), a nationally representative dataset focused on mid to later life (n = 1,819), we analyzed a sample of grandparents. Ordered logistic regression was used for perceived physical health, and ordinary least squares (OLS) regression was used for depressive symptoms and life satisfaction. Results indicate that grandparents with caregiving responsibilities are more likely to be women, non-White, and have lower incomes and …

From Strangers To Family: Fostering Resilience Through Social Support In Grandmothers Raising Grandchildren, Nancy Mendoza

GrandFamilies: The Contemporary Journal of Research, Practice and Policy

Grandparents often unexpectedly assume the role of caregiver with little support. Supporting these caregivers is critical for their health and well-being and that of their grandchildren. This study examines how family-like relationships formed during the GC+ intervention, increasing social support and resilience among grandparent caregivers. Four grandmothers, raising a total of five grandsons, participated in a focus group six months post-intervention. Grandmothers were asked to share their opinions and thoughts regarding the intervention. Using the Convoy Model and Resilience Theory, researchers conducted a deductive content analysis of participants’ perspectives on close family-like relationships cultivated during the intervention. Findings suggest close …

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GrandFamilies: The Contemporary Journal of Research, Practice and Policy

About the Editorial Team

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GrandFamilies: The Contemporary Journal of Research, Practice and Policy

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Call For Papers

GrandFamilies: The Contemporary Journal of Research, Practice and Policy

Authors are invited to submit manuscripts presenting exemplary and innovative approaches of practice and model programming to best support kinship care families, analysis of primary or secondary data on emerging issues involving caregivers and the children in their care, and the effects of public policy on the well-being of grandfamilies. International authors with work that extends global knowledge and understanding about custodial grandparents are strongly encouraged to submit.

Submissions are accepted year-round

Manuscript Formats:

• Full Articles (25-page max, double-spaced)
• Research Briefs (15-page max, double-spaced)
• Practice Briefs (15-page max, double-spaced)
• Policy Briefs (15-page max, double-spaced)

Complete Issue Vol. 8, Issue 2

GrandFamilies: The Contemporary Journal of Research, Practice and Policy

Complete Issue Vol. 8, Issue 2

حول دستورية الحقوق والمبادئ الأساسية في قانون أصول المحاكمات الجزائية الجديد, دريد بشراوي

Proche-Orient, Études juridiques

No abstract provided.

L'Opinion Dissidente Du Juge Et Le Secret Du Délibéré, Nasri Diab

Proche-Orient, Études juridiques

No abstract provided.

La Différence Entre Le Contrat De Franchisage Et Le Contrat De Représentation Commerciale En Droit Libanais, Mazen N. Houssami

Proche-Orient, Études juridiques

No abstract provided.

Pour Une Théorie Générale Des Libertés Publiques Au Liban, Georges J. Assaf

Proche-Orient, Études juridiques

No abstract provided.

La Santé Au Travail En Droit Libanais, Nasri Diab

Proche-Orient, Études juridiques

No abstract provided.

Le Patrimoine D’Affectation En Droit Libanais, Maya Hardini

Proche-Orient, Études juridiques

No abstract provided.

Avant-Propos, Ibrahim Najjar

Proche-Orient, Études juridiques

No abstract provided.

Adapting Postgraduate Emergency Medicine Training During The Covid-19 Pandemic: Lessons From The Gwu-India Master Of Emergency Medicine Program, Nancy Saral Mary, Narendra Nath Jena, Nardos Makonnen, Joseph D. Pauly, Saumya Shanmugathaik, Janice Blanchard

URGENT Matters

No abstract provided.

Unf Student Research Symposium Conference Program Summer 2026, Office Of Undergraduate Research, Unf Graduate School

UNF Student Research Symposium

The Summer UNF Student Research Symposium is a multi-disciplinary conference where students showcase their research and creative projects. The symposium, hosted by the UNF Office of Undergraduate Research in partnership with the UNF Graduate School and the College of Arts and Sciences Dean's Office, is a component of the Student Research Symposium series, which provides a venue for students to present their research projects to the campus community.

Depression And Psychotic Disorders Elevate Inpatient Burden After Posterior Cervical Decompression And Fusion: Prioritizing Screening And Targeted Discharge Planning, Leonidas E. Mastrokostas, Paul G. Mastrokostas, Daniel Yusupov, Abigail Razi, Aaron B. Lavi, Luke B. Schwartz, Sean Inzerillo, Mohamed Said, Alexander Kucherina, Pemla Jagtiani, Arie Monas, John K. Houten, Christopher K Kepler, Jad Bou Bou Monsef, Afshin E. Razi, Mitchell K. Ng

Rothman Institute Papers

CONTEXT: Psychiatric comorbidity has been associated with worse perioperative outcomes and greater healthcare utilization after spine surgery.

AIMS: This study compared complications and healthcare utilization among posterior cervical decompression and fusion (PCDF) patients with depression, psychotic disorders, or no mental-health diagnosis.

SETTINGS AND DESIGN: Retrospective cohort analysis of the National Inpatient Sample from 2016 to 2022.

MATERIALS AND METHODS: The database was queried for elective adult PCDF encounters. Mental-health exposures were defined using Elixhauser indicators for depression and psychoses. Outcomes included medical complications, non-routine discharge, inpatient mortality, length of stay (LOS), and costs.

STATISTICAL ANALYSIS USED: Chi-square and multivariate logistic …

Effectiveness Of Medical Clowns In Improving Emotion For Children Undergoing Invasive Treatments, Pao-Li Pan, Wei-Wen Wu, Cheng-Shi Shiu, Meng-Yao Lu, Leigh Lu

International Nursing Research Congress (INRC)

Background and Objective: Children diagnosed with cancer often find hospitalization and medical procedures confusing and distressing due to limited developmental understanding. Hospitalized children frequently experience heightened anxiety, especially during invasive procedures. Among psychosocial interventions, medical clowning has emerged as effective in improving emotional well-being. In Taiwan, past study suggested group-based medical clown services improve children’s emotional well-being, but evidence for individualized services—recently adopted in Taiwan—is limited. In other countries, individualized clown interventions before procedures, such as intravenous insertion or surgery, significantly reduce anxiety and distress. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of individualized medical clown services in enhancing the …