This chapter aims to explore the impact of displacement caused by crises and armed conflicts in East Africa on the structures and dynamics of refugee families. It focuses on how family roles, relationships, and priorities change as a result of the transition from the original community to new environments such as camps or host communities, especially when these environments are culturally and socially different. The chapter presents the challenges faced by families during the displacement journey and after arrival, such as changes in traditional roles, shifts in power dynamics, and dependency levels among family members. It also discusses the effects of these challenges on family functions and cohesion, as well as their ability to withstand and adapt within new social and cultural contexts. The chapter relies on a multi-theoretical social model to analyze the dynamics of refugee families, illustrating how understanding cultural frameworks and social customs can support family cohesion and reduce intergenerational conflicts. In refugee communities, youth often adopt more integrated values, while older generations tend to cling to their original identity, creating a cultural gap within the family. Additionally, the chapter highlights the importance of social solidarity and mutual support among family members and within the community as key factors in enhancing resilience and adapting to displacement conditions. It concludes with a case study of a displaced family, illustrating the changes in their roles and functions, starting from their original environment, through the displacement journey, and into stabilization within the host community. This analysis aims to provide a realistic and comprehensive understanding of how displaced families adapt to the forced changes in their daily lives.