Webcast will offer a halachic, hashkafic and psychological perspective on the role of today’s grandparents in their grandchildren’s lives

New York, NY, May 16, 2019—Chai Lifeline will present “Grandchildren in Crisis,” a discussion with Rabbi Lipa Geldwerth, Rov of Khal Kol Torah in Brooklyn, and renowned psychologist Dr. David Pelcovitz. The wide-ranging talk will examine the role of grandparents with grandchildren undergoing traumatic experiences—such as addiction, serious illness, bereavement or their parents’ divorce—through a hashkafic and psychological lens.

The discussion will be moderated by Chai Lifeline Chief Executive Officer Rabbi Simcha Scholar and will be available online on Wednesday, May 29 at 8 p.m. via webcast at www.chailifeline.org/grandparents. There will be a call-in option available at 605-313-4108; Access Code: 293882; Reference Number: 1.

“Today’s grandparents are more invested and more involved in their grandchildren’s lives than ever before,” said Rabbi Scholar. “But when crisis strikes our grandchildren R”L, what can or should a grandparent do? How can we show we care while also respecting our children’s boundaries? What approach do we take? This conversation will take an in-depth look at this difficult yet highly relevant issue.”

Following the webcast, viewers and listeners will have the opportunity to submit questions directly Rabbi Geldwerth and Dr. Pelcovitz via email at [email protected].

Chai Lifeline is the international children’s health support network, providing emotional, social, and financial support to children with life-threatening or lifelong illnesses and their families. To learn more about Chai Lifeline and its services, please visit www.chailifeline.org.