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Lucy Wigley

9 behaviours to try if you want to stay close to your ageing parents (and don’t underestimate the power of #4)

Grandparents walking with their children and grandchildren.

Keeping a close bond with your parents as they age is beneficial to everyone but isn't always easy - relationship experts suggest honing these nine behaviours to keep your relationship strong.

There are so many reasons to maintain a healthy relationship with your parents as they get older. A strong parent and grandchild bond has many proven benefits, including kids close to their grandparents displaying fewer emotional and behavioural problems. If you're part of the group of parents trapped into living near grandparents because you need help with childcare, maintaining your relationship with them will be a priority to keep the family functioning happily.

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