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WELL-BEING
THE RIGHT TO
GRANDPARENT
Have you been cut off from access
to your grandchildren?
W hen ‘Nana’ was involved in a high-conflict divorce forty
years ago, she’s alienated from two of her adult children, and
two of her seven grandchildren. This devastating alienation
leaves her suffering from depression, anxiety, Post-Traumatic
Stress Disorder (PTSD) and a large feeling of void in her life.
Nana’s not alone – it’s estimated that over 75,000 people in
Ontario are estranged from their grandchildren, an epidemic
called “Grandparent Alienation”.
“I looked for help, and reached out to the Alienated
Grandparents Anonymous (AGA) organization, based in
Florida, founded by Amanda ten years ago. It was a godsend,”
shares Nana. AGA is an established Not Profit organization
with presence in 18 countries, and it focuses on the struggle so
many grandparents have in being part of their grandchildren’s
lives.
A few months ago, and along with a few other advocates,
Nana started the Hamilton Burlington chapter of the Alienated
What if something happens to you?
Would your loved ones know what to do?
How to pay your bills, how to disable your credit
cards, what to tell emergency doctors about your
medications, allergies, even family history?
The 16-page WISH booklet (What If Someting
Happens) does not replace a Will – it fully
complements it.
It’s an inexpensive, responsible way of providing
you and your loved ones with peace of mind.
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