GRANDPARENTING
Voices
Grandparent Visitation Rights
AARP family expert Amy Goyer answers questions from grandparents who are fighting to see their grandchildren, and gives tips on how to mediate this difficult issue.
AARP Programs
AARP Foundation Grandparenting Program
This one-stop shop has reference materials and contacts for first-time grandparents and for those raising their grandchildren.
Tools
GrandCare Support Locator
Connect with local and national groups, programs, resources, and services that support grandparents
Benefits QuickLINK
Get help finding and enrolling in benefits programs for older adults and families with children.
Resources
GrandCare Toolkit
A thorough listing of health, financial, and safety resources for grandfamilies or relatives raising children.
Tips for Grandparents
Looking for a fun activity or vacation destination for yourself and your grandchild? We have some great ideas!
Benefits QuickLINK
Find out if you or the children you’re raising are eligible for key public and private benefits.
Guide to Public Benefits
Use this quick reference to find out about cash assistance, health, nutrition, and tax-credit programs designed to help grandfamilies.
State Visitation Laws
Having problems visiting your grandchildren? Find out what steps you can take—in or out of court.
If summer means spending more time with the grandkids, one thing's for sure: It's a time when you look for ways to spend less money—or none at all—taking them and yourself to the movies.
Yoga With the Grandkids
Eagle. Downward-Facing Dog. Tree. Show your grandkids these and other healthy yoga poses. They will say "Namaste, grandma."
The Latest Video Games for All Ages
Catch up on the parade of new video games released over the past couple of months. You can play them with by yourself or with the grandkids. Read our reviews.
From the Online Community
Journal: Being Grandma
1nita embraces grandmotherhood and passes along important advice to her kids.
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Group: Raising Grandchildren
Find new strategies for balancing work, family, and personal time.
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Growing Up in My Grandparents' Shadow
Hear about life in the White House with Franklin Delano Roosevelt. On AARP radio, his grandson, Curtis, also offers advice to President Barack Obama's daughters. Listen now.
Adventures with Your Grandkids
Seeing the Grand Canyon or the rainforests of Costa Rica is thrilling enough. But sharing it with your grandchild can make the experience that much richer for both of you.
Books for Grandparents
Overstacked bookshelves at the local bookstore might make it difficult for grandparents to find the perfect book for their grandchildren. Check out our spring book picks!
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AARP Travel Center powered by Expedia has deals on cruises, car rentals, airfare, hotels and vacation packages.
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Insurance, med supplies & drug discounts.
Financial & Legal
Guidance for retirement planning.
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Exclusive products for AARP members.
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Join this group to discuss the movies and actors you love!
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Annual Reports
AARP’s annual reports are now available in a fully interactive format.
West Virginia
AARP will be vigilant for consumers as the state considers a utility rate hike.
