How can you be a positive voice in your grandchildren’s lives if you can’t be with them because of social distancing?
Connecting hearts,
Uniting generations
At the National Association for Grandparenting, we seek to validate and empower grandparents as they bond with future generations in meaningful ways and leave a lasting positive legacy.
Granddads: Live Your Message & Shape Culture
Let’s take the increase of aged wisdom and steer our culture a good direction. Come on, Gramps, get out there and be you.
Unexpected Blessings During Social Distance: 3 Reminders for Grandparents
by Dr. Ken Canfield I trust all our grandparent friends are being wise during this unusual crisis that is happening in our world. While I see some people adopting a “this is no big deal” attitude, there’s every reason to take this threat seriously—for those around us,...
Dear Grandchildren: Nana’s Thoughts on COVID-19
Do I feel panic? Absolutely not.
Am I concerned? Of course I am. I have friends with chronic lung conditions and I’m praying for all the people who have the disease or may have it, but ultimately … God is in control.
Be Older (But Not Old) in 4 Easy Steps
From Phil Larson: Your grandchildren need you to stay young. Here are some ways to stay young and keep an upbeat attitude.
Setting an Example, Leaving a Legacy
by Dr. Ken Canfield How can we deal with an elder or grandparent who was a negative role model? In The HEART of Grandparenting, I share some details about my mother’s childhood. Her mother (my grandmother) left home at an early age and married a man who was much...
4 Ways Granddads Can Be Remembered
Memories from my childhood remind me that I have opportunities today to leave those kinds of lasting impressions on my children and grandchildren. Here are four ways granddads (and grandmas) can do that …
5 Ways to Help Out With a New Grandbaby
Here are some things you can do for the new parents without being pushy or overstepping boundaries. by Teresa Bell Kindred
We Can’t Have It Both Ways: Grandkids & the Halftime Show
by Teresa Bell Kindred My oldest granddaughter is 14 and very into pop culture. She spent the weekend at my house and wanted to make sure she got home in time to watch the Super Bowl with her parents and siblings. She wasn’t interested in the football game, just the...
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