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No More Empty Nest: Grandparents Step in to Fill the Breach

September 04, 2018 Scott Elliott, National Institute of Food and Agriculture

The scene has played out millions of times in recent years – American children waking up to find their parents unable to care for them. Fortunately, some 2.7 million grandparents have stepped in to fill the critical role of caregiver, according to the 2010 Census.

Research and Science

Grandparents Help Kids Develop Good Eating Habits

March 31, 2014 Trish (Oma) Britten, Nutritionist, Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion

Grandkids are a grandparent’s greatest treasure. From time to time during grandchildren’s young lives, grandparents may have the pleasure of being their caregiver. Show them how to be healthy, including how to make healthy food choices--an important way grandparents show how much they love and care...

Food and Nutrition
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