You better not shout, you better not cry — because Marie, an 85-year-old grandmother of seven, doesn’t want to hear it. Especially not from her grandkids on Christmas. “They come to my house bicker ...

‘Constance loves her three young grandchildren, but is not interested in moving closer to where they live.’Illustration: Rita Liu/Guardian Constance fills her days with music. The 77-year-old, who ...

After three months of silence from my grandchildren, I finally understood that my "loving" behaviors—from constant ...

Dear Annie: Thousands of grandparents and extended family members are stepping in to raise children in today’s world, often due to parents struggling with substance abuse. While many of us take on ...

Dear Annie: I formed a close bond with my former daughter-in-law when she married my son. Even after their divorce—due to his addiction and abuse—she and the kids lived with us for a while, and we ...

I Retired at 63 to Enjoy My Free Time but My Grown Kids Want Help With Child Care. I Love My Grandkids, but It's Too Much. What Should I Do? I'm 73, Retired, and Dreading Winter, But I Can't Afford to ...