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Grandparents of Children with Special Needs: Insights into Their Experiences and Concerns

Experimental Education Unit, Child Development and Mental Retardation Center, University of Washington, Seattle

Rebecca R. Fewell

Experimental Education Unit, Child Development and Mental Retardation Center, University of Washington, Seattle

Donald J. Meyer

Experimental Education Unit, Child Development and Mental Retardation Center, University of Washington, Seattle

Families with young handicapped children have special needs for instrumental and emotional support. Many of these can be met within the family system. The role of grandparents is often overlooked, yet not only are they affected by a grandchild's handicap, but they often have resources that can strengthen the family. This article reviews findings on grandparents and reports the responses of participants in a grandparent workshop.

Journal of Early Intervention, Vol. 10, No. 1, 36-44 (1986)
DOI: 10.1177/105381518601000104


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