Archived Articles on Grandparenting
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Grandparents Taking on the Toughest Job
The April 30 special double-episode of "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" highlights the AARP Foundation as the crew builds a home for an extraordinary pair of grandparents who are raising their orphaned grandchildren.
April 30, 2006
Source: AARP.org
You Are Not Alone
This guide walks grandparents and family caregivers through the steps to request temporary guardianship so that the caregiver can work directly with the child(ren)'s school, doctors and dentists.
April 25, 2006
Source: AARP.org
Checklist of First Steps to Take
A printable checklist for grandparents raising grandchildren includes suggestions for family discussions, attorney consultations and information on how to gain medical and educational authority.
April 25, 2006
Source: AARP.org
Important Questions to Ask in a Family Caregiver Discussion
When considering who will care for a child, families should sit down together and ask themselves these questions.
April 25, 2006
Source: AARP.org
Legal Glossary
Learn the legal options and terminology involved in gaining the authority to be a primary caregiver.
April 25, 2006
Source: AARP.org
Directory of Services
A directory of Wyoming legal and support services for grandparents raising grandchildren is available through AARP Wyoming’s resource guide.
April 25, 2006
Source: AARP.org
The Demands Of Second Parenthood
The number of grandparents caring for their grandchildren has been soaring for more than a decade, but the trend has largely remained off the political radar screen. That may be changing. Several states have taken steps to assist grandparents who find themselves once again responsible for a young family.
February 7, 2006
By: Reed Karaim; | Source: AARP Bulletin
BU Mr. Johnson's New Family
Ralph Johnson of Atlanta had already lived a grand novel of a life when he suddenly found himself repeating an early chapter.
February 7, 2006
By: Reed Karaim | Source: AARP Bulletin Today
Guide to Public Benefits for Grandfamilies
This guide describes the many cash assistance, health, nutrition, and tax credit programs that can help grandparents who are raising grandchildren.
November 1, 2005
By: AARP Foundation Grandparent Program | Source: AARP.org
Making Financial Gifts to Grandchildren
Making financial gifts to grandchildren involves many investment choices -- from cash gifts to bonds to 529 plans to Coverdell accounts. How do you choose?
April 14, 2005
Source: AARP.org
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