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Grandparent alienation and estrangement is unfortunately on the rise in our society. Often the result of a disagreement, divorce, death, or disease (including mental illness), grandparents are being cutoff from their grandchildren, and cancelled by their own family. Perhaps you have experienced this yourself.
Since 2016, GrandparentsAcademy.com has been serving alienated and estranged grandparents on a path towards reconciliation. We've teamed up with world-leading experts including therapists, mental health counselors, attorneys, conflict coaches, etc. to develop several resources available to help. Please see what we have available below. And if you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected].
Online Support Groups
We host free online support groups for alienated and estranged grandparents to gather and support each other. These groups are private, and strictly moderated to maintain a safe environment for you to be vulnerable. Only grandparents are allowed.
Grandparents Rights & Support Private Facebook Group
Click below to request to join this safe and private group on Facebook. All requests to join are heavily screened so be sure to answer all of the questions from the administrator in order to be allowed in. Grandparents only.
Alienated Grandparents Connect Private Online Group
Private online group for alienated and estranged grandparents hosted on GrandparentsAcademy.com. This is a great option for those who don't want to join a group like this on Facebook. Grandparents only.
Reconciliation Masterclasses
Here are the online courses we currently offer related to grandparent alienation and estrangement:
Creating Memory Journals for Estranged Grandchildren
An expert guided journaling workshop with peer group support for creating handwritten memory journals to bridge the gap with your estranged grandchildren. Reconnect with love, share your legacy, and accelerate bonding when you are one day reconnected. This masterclass experience is available for alienated or estranged grandparents only.
Grandparents Rights 101 for Alienated Grandparents Masterclass
Before you pursue the often costly and intrusive legal route, consider signing up for this masterclass, which provides essential information for alienated grandparents considering the path of litigation for gaining visitation or custodial rights of their grandchildren. This class is currently scheduled for Spring 2024. Click below to learn more.
Online Reconciliation Strategies for Alienated Grandparents
Tips and strategies for tactfully positioning and developing disconnected relationships, without crossing the line. Helps alienated and estranged grandparents leverage the internet to gain visibility, be known and effectively prepare for reconciliation as well as creatively cope with grief -- turning pain into purpose. Self-paced online and available now.
How to Reconnect with Alienated and Estranged Children and Grandchildren
This masterclass is designed to help you understand why alienation happens and equip you with the tools to approach reconciliation with patience, compassion, and understanding. Dr. Sue shares proven techniques, including how to shift your mindset, communicate effectively, and take the right steps toward rebuilding family connections.
Navigating Ambiguous Loss for Alienated and Estranged Grandparents
This masterclass is designed to help you understand what ambiguous loss truly is and why it affects so many families. You will discover how to cope with the emotional turmoil it creates, from anxiety and sadness to anger and depression, all while finding new ways to heal and move forward.
The Power of Compassion for Alienated and Estranged Grandparents
Before you can successfully reconnect with your grandchildren, it’s essential to first repair your relationship with your children, who often serve as the "gatekeepers." This masterclass provides you with practical tools to develop self-compassion, which will empower you to approach your children with empathy, kindness, and understanding—laying the foundation for rebuilding family bonds.Â
Personalized Memory Journal for Estranged Grandchildren
A heartfelt way to capture the memories, lessons and stories you have to one day share with your estranged grandchildren. This journal is custom made upon order, allowing you to add your grandchild's name to the cover and make it extra special.
Sign up for Reconciliation Summit 2025
Each year we host a free virtual summit to bring you leading thought leaders and professionals that can help you on your reconciliation journey. Register in advance for next event to receive important announcements and updates.Â
Missed the 2024 Summit?
You can still access all of the recordings and the printable Session Notes by purchasing a VIP - All Access pass via the button below.
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Want just the Session Notes?
You can purchase just the printable Session Notes without the interview recordings for just $27 via the link below.
Join the Creative Reconciliation Club
This private membership is designed to provide estranged and alienated grandparents with a safe and supportive place to gather along with curated live experiences with leading experts in the field, masterclasses, and ready made resources utilizing the Creative Path towards reconciliation. Membership benefits include:
- Invitation to live monthly webinars including Q&A opportunities with leading estrangement experts. ($540+ annual value)
- Access to a private, uplifting, and encouraging community through live monthly check-in calls and online group. (Priceless)
- VIP All Access Pass to the next Reconciliation Summit virtual conference. ($147 value)
- Â Free access to the Online Reconciliation Strategies for Alienated Grandparents masterclass. ($147 value)
- Free access to the Creating Memory Journals for Estranged Grandchildren masterclass ($47 value)
- Exclusive discounts (50%) off all masterclasses. ($997+ value)
Special pricing is offered now for a limited time. Monthly or annual payment plans are available.
