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The State Of Grandparents
A Pew Research Center survey of American grandparents found that spending time with grandchildren can be not only a necessity but also a joy. Indeed, over half of American grandparents believe having more time with family, and specifically grandchildren, is the best part of growing older. Listen here to learn more.
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The Health Benefits of Having (and Being) Grandparents (U.S. News & Daily Report)
5 Facts About American Grandparents (Pew Research Center)
5 Facts About American Grandparents (Pew Research Center)
Intergenerational Approaches
According to the World Health Organization, ageism is more ingrained around the world than either racism or sexism. Researchers at Cornell University believe that age-related prejudices can be overcome through intergenerational interactions. Listen now to learn about the benefits for both children and elders.
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Ageism reduced by education, intergenerational contact. (Science Daily)
Ageing and life-course. (World Health Organization)
Intergenerational Shared Sites: Making the Case (Generations United)
Ageing and life-course. (World Health Organization)
Intergenerational Shared Sites: Making the Case (Generations United)
Our Elders Need Time To Care
Our parents and grandparents have devoted much of their lives to caring for us. With more than 43 million unpaid family caregivers in the US, the time is now to implement the benefits of Paid Family Leave. It’s now our turn to care for them, and we owe them the best care possible.
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Older Adults and Family Caregivers Need Paid Family and Medical Leave (National Partnership)
Great News For Grandparents
Spending time with your grandchildren could be good for your brain. Learn more.
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Babysitting Grandkids Could Lower Risk for Alzheimer’s (Alzheimers.net)
Study Boosts Grandparent-Grandchild Ties (Boston College Chronicle)
Study Boosts Grandparent-Grandchild Ties (Boston College Chronicle)
How To Be A Successful Grandparent
Being a grandparent - like being a parent - isn't easy, especially in this digital age where things change so quickly. This week we present 10 tips on how to be a successful grandparent.
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