Grandparent Caregiving Roles explores the rising trend of grandparents raising grandchildren and its effects on modern families. This book examines the motivations and impact of this growing phenomenon, providing valuable insights for families, social workers, and policymakers alike. It addresses the complexities of intergenerational relationships, the potential for role confusion, and the financial and emotional strains that can arise when grandparents assume primary caregiving responsibilities.
Did you know that this caregiving role can significantly impact a grandparent's health, finances, and social life?
Also, research shows it influences child development, academic achievement, and social-emotional well-being.
The book presents information through a combination of qualitative data from interviews and quantitative data from surveys, offering a comprehensive view of grandparent caregiving. It begins by outlining the various forms of grandparent caregiving, from occasional babysitting to full-time parental responsibility. Then, the book analyzes the underlying motivations, such as parental absence or economic necessity. Finally, it presents research on the impact on both children and grandparents.
The goal is to equip readers with the knowledge and tools needed to support healthy and resilient intergenerational families, acknowledging both the advantages and disadvantages.
