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In This Episode:
Dr. K talks with Kerry Byrne, PhD, a researcher and expert in aging and family caregiving, and the founder of TheLongDistanceGrandparent.com. They discuss the importance of intergenerational connections and of grandparents in particular. They cover:
- Why intergenerational connections are so important to society, and how they reduce ageism
- What we know about the grandparent-grandchild relationship
- How Kerry’s experience living abroad led to her particular interest in “long distance” grandparents
- Why grandparents are especially important, when it comes to countering ageism
- How grandparents can more easily stay connected to grandchildren, especially if they live far away
- Tips on fostering more intergenerational connections, whether that’s with family or others
Related episode:
100 – Interview: Bill Thomas on Ageism, Housing & Changing Aging in 2019
082- Interview: Bill Thomas on Housing & Communities as Engines of Independence in Aging
Related Resources:
- TheLongDistanceGrandparent.com
- Get Kerry Byrne’s free resource created especially for long-distance grandparents: ‘Ultimate Video Call Cheat Sheet’
- Blogs for grandparents recommended by Kerry Byrne:
- AARP’s Grandparent Survey
- To get involved in intergenerational activities:
- Book: How To Live Forever: The Enduring Power of Connecting The Generations
Episode Transcript: The Importance of Grandparents & Intergenerational Connections
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