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Support for Grandfamilies: Grants for Services and Housing Maintenance

This act establishes a grant program for owners of intergenerational dwelling units. These funds aim to cover costs for service coordinators providing tutoring, healthcare, and afterschool care, as well as maintaining common spaces. The goal is to improve the quality of life and support for families where grandparents are raising grandchildren.
Key points
Owners of intergenerational dwelling units can apply for grants to hire service coordinators who will provide educational, health, and afterschool support for families.
Grants will cover costs for organizing events and outreach activities for intergenerational families in the community.
Funds can be used for maintaining common spaces within the property used for programs and services for these families.
The act authorizes $50 million annually for fiscal years 2022 and 2023 to carry out the program.
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Print number: 117_HR_3111
Sponsor: Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2]
Process start date: 2021-05-11