Grandparents can play a very special and positive role in children’s lives and provide support to parents. Grandparenting can also be a source of joy and purpose for you as a grandparent, an important part of your senior years.
As with any relationships, grandparenting is not without its challenges and issues: -
Expectations around the level of involvement can cause conflict or resentment between parents and grandparents -
Increasingly grandparents are taking on the primary responsibility of raising their grandchildren -
Separation and divorce or conflict can make it difficult to maintain relationships with grandchildren -
Grandparenting from a distance is a common experience How can you make grandparenting a positive experience and overcome any problems? The resources below are a good starting point.
Grandparenting - General Information
For general information about grandparenting.
Raising Grandchildren
For various reasons many grandparents find themselves with the role of raising their grandchildren. This section provides information and links on support that is available.
Legal matters for Grandparents
Separation and divorce can have access issues for grandparents as well as parents. Find out about your rights as a grandparent.
Your Grandchild’s Welfare
Where do you turn if you are concerned about the welfare and safety of your grandchildren? |
