Climate change has significantly altered gender roles and disrupted family cohesion in Wajir West Sub-County, Kenya. This study explores how environmental stressors such as droughts and floods have forced women to assume traditionally male responsibilities and how these shifts affect various aspects of family cohesion. The Gender and Development (GAD) framework guided the qualitative research, which involved 16 women from 16 families, purposively sampled for in-depth interviews and focus group discussions (FGDs). Data were analyzed using NVivo software, with strict adherence to ethical protocols, including informed consent and confidentiality. The findings indicate that climate change has strained family cohesion in several key areas. Emotional support within families has weakened, as women, now burdened with increased responsibilities such as securing food, water, and firewood, have less time to nurture familial relationships. Communication between spouses has deteriorated, with many men absent or disengaged, leading to misunderstandings and unresolved conflicts. The parent-child bond has also been affected, as children are often required to assist in household tasks, limiting opportunities for education and leisure activities. Decision-making within households has shifted, with women taking on leadership roles, which has created tensions in marital relationships where traditional power dynamics are challenged. Additionally, women report heightened levels of psychological stress as they attempt to balance caregiving duties with their new economic roles. Instances of gender-based violence (GBV) have risen, particularly when women fail to meet their partners’ expectations. While women have formed community-based support networks to mitigate these challenges, these networks are insufficient to fully address the impact on family cohesion. The study concludes that gender-sensitive climate adaptation programs are essential to provide support for women and promote family stability amidst climate change.