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September 22, 2026

DFCS Highlights Resources For Chattooga County Grandparents And Relatives Raising Children

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Grandparents, relatives and others in Chattooga County who have stepped in to raise children whose parents are unable to care for them may qualify for a variety of financial, legal and support services available through the Georgia Department of Human Services.

December 4, 2025

by WZQZ NEWS

More Chattooga County Grandparents Are Raising Grandchildren, Bringing Big Impacts for Families and the Community

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In Chattooga County, the role of “grandparent” is increasingly becoming something much bigger than weekend visits and holiday gatherings. Current figures show that about 1 in every 70 people in Chattooga County is a grandparent who is caring for grandchildren, and the number of grandparents raising children has seen a 34% increase in recent years. The growing trend is reshaping family life across the county and creating new financial, social, and community needs.