Author Description

The traditional role for grandparents is for the grandchildren to visit, enjoy being spoiled, and return to their parents. But in the last few years, many grandparents have found themselves in the parenting role. In Saving the Whole Child, author Ms. GG shares her personal experiences when she became the custodial grandparent of her two identical twin grandsons and the journey that took them from special education to the juvenile justice system. Saving the Whole Child covers a multitude of transformative experiences that families and caregivers face daily. As an advocate for children's rights, Ms. GG discusses the difficulty in securing counseling services and overcoming racial and economic disparity to acquire the needed services. She focuses on letting the voices of those in need be heard while never giving up, never being quiet about concerns, and most importantly, always reminding children their disabilities do not define them. With a thorough additional reading list included, Saving the Whole Child helps parents, caregivers, therapists, and doctors understand the issues children with special needs face daily.