Introduction & Nicki's Story

Caregiver Challenges & Angel Tree Ministry

Trauma-Informed Parenting

Forgiveness, Healing & How to Help 

Listener Q&A & Closing

Hosts Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James speak with Betsy Wright and Nikki Mattison from Angel Tree Ministry about children who have absent parents. If you know any grandparent raising their grandchild -- no matter if their incarcerated or not -- make sure to send them this podcast episode! We talk about how kids mask their shame, various trauma-informed approaches, and how to rebuild relationships. In the Q&A, theres advice for a grandmother raising teens to keep praying, encourage consistent communication, prioritize emotional safety, and seek counseling resources.

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Call Our Counseling Line at 1800-A FAMILY

Ask Us Your Question via Voicemail or Email

Enjoying music as a family can bring everyone closer. Check out Focus Live, powered by Godcaster. It’s a great way to get Focus On The Family content and expose your kids to great worship music!

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Hosts Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James speak with Betsy Wright and Nikki Mattison from Angel Tree Ministry about children who have absent parents. If you know any grandparent raising their grandchild -- no matter if their incarcerated or not -- make sure to send them this podcast episode! We talk about how kids mask their shame, various trauma-informed approaches, and how to rebuild relationships. In the Q&amp;A, theres advice for a grandmother raising teens to keep praying, encourage consistent communication, prioritize emotional safety, and seek counseling resources.
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/ixq6gp">Contact Prison Fellowship and Learn More About Angel Tree</a>
Call Our Counseling Line at 1800-A FAMILY
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/tm9kdz">Ask Us Your Question via Voicemail or Email</a>
Enjoying music as a family can bring everyone closer. Check out <a href="https://sf.fotf.com/nfmeim">Focus Live,</a> powered by Godcaster. It&rsquo;s a great way to get Focus On The Family content and expose your kids to great worship music!
<a href="https://sf.fotf.com/eq53q3">Speak To A Counselor</a>
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