Connecting the Generations: Visits with Grandchildren

Kimberly DeHart, Sally Bowman and Alexis J. Walker
EC 1525 | Published March 2001, Reviewed 2020

Summary

Suggestions for grandparents on how to develop positive relationships with grandchildren. Discusses how to be prepared for visits from grandchildren without their parents--including making children feel at home, hazard-proofing, resting before their arrival, creating a private area for older grandchildren, having activities on hand, and setting expectations. Covers how to make visits to the grandchildren's home enjoyable for everyone.

About the authors

Kimberly DeHart
Program Director
South Central Michigan Chapter
Alexis J. Walker
Petersen Chair in gerontology and family studies
Oregon State University

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