Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Cape May County Hosts Coffee Fridays for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

The Next Gathering is Friday, November 17, 2017

Cape May Court House, NJ – The Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Cape May County Family and Community Health Sciences (FCHS) Program invites Grandparents Raising Grandchildren to join them for Coffee Fridays. The next get together will take place on Friday, November 17, 2017. Grandparents meet for coffee and conversation from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Rutgers Cooperative Extension, 355 Court House-South Dennis Road, Cape May Court House, New Jersey 08210. The building is handicap accessible.

Marilou Rochford, FCHS Educator, said, “Coffee Fridays provide grandparents with a chance to meet with other grandparents in a safe and relaxed atmosphere. They can unwind over a cup of coffee while discussing issues and concerns related to raising their grandchildren.” Rochford added, “Taking responsibility for a grandchild can raise many questions.”

Grandparents are invited to come learn about some of the resources and support available to them and also share their thoughts and concerns. There is no charge for this program, however, please RSVP by calling 465-5115, ext. 3609.

Rutgers Cooperative Extension’s education programs are offered to all without regard to race, religion, color, age, national origin, gender, sexual orientation or disability.