When grandparents become parents : how to succeed at raising your children's children
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Though there are myriad reasons for this-the death of a parent, drug addiction, abuse, or incarceration, to name a few-the effects are the same: Seniors who expected to spend their golden years relaxing or traveling are now seeing those dreams dashed. Those on limited incomes are feeling the strain and are frightened about their future. And the mental, spiritual, and physical exhaustion of caring for children two generations younger-aggravated by a technology gap-is overwhelmingly real. And yet, through their sacrificial service, these seniors are acting as kinsman-redeemers for their grandchildren-keeping them out of foster care and giving them hope for a successful life.