Though some research presents information about the age range of
grandparents, there is little comprehensive analysis of the impact of age and lifecourse stage on
grandparent kinship carers' experiences and circumstances.
Hard-pressed parents could save more than [pounds sterling]2,500 this summer by using
grandparents' goodwill instead of expensive childcare costs.
But expressing appreciation is often forgotten because
grandparents' roles in children's development has been taken for granted.
Joe Ryan, general manager at the Hillfield Farm, said: "
Grandparents often play very important support roles for growing families, and National
Grandparents Day feels like the ideal time to celebrate the unsung heroes.
Sunday is National
Grandparents Day, a secular holiday celebrated in the United States since 1978.
A growing number of children seem to be raised by their
grandparents as the number of double-income families is rising these days.
Grandparent headed households (GHH) are one of the fastest growing family constellations in the country.
Summary: We asked a behavioral psychologist about the impact
grandparents have on families
Age UK said any
grandparent who thinks they may be entitled can call the charity's advice line on 0800 169 6565 or visit www.ageuk.org.uk for more information.
Another
grandparent discusses about the challenge she face while dealing with special child.
* relationship (for a
grandparent, a grandchild is a descendant and passes this test),
DIVORCE or separation can be painful for mums, dads and children - but the split often has a traumatic effect on
grandparents too.
