Are Grandparents Moving To Be Closer to Their Grandkids?

During the pandemic, many people distanced themselves from their loved ones for health reasons. Grandparents were told to stay away from their grandkids, especially as schools started to open. That’s because it would have been risky to visit with their grandchildren who may have gotten sick from school.

Now that the pandemic has passed, many grandparents want more than ever to be near their grandchildren again to make up for that lost time. But how are they getting that “Grandparent Wish?” The data tells us many are moving to make sure they’re getting more quality time.

Grandparents Are Moving To Be Near Loved Ones

Recent data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows people between the ages of 55 and 74 are moving farther (more than 100 miles) than any other age group (see graph below):

The average age of grandparents in the U.S. is 67 years. The logical leap is that at least some of the people who are moving the furthest are grandparents. But what’s causing them to move so far?

The same report from NAR shows the top reason people move is to be closer to loved ones (see graph below):

Based on this data, it’s fair to say many grandparents are getting their wish of more quality time with their grandchildren by moving to be closer to them. And after experiencing isolation and loneliness during the COVID pandemic, that’s an especially good thing.

If you’re a grandparent, you know how important your grandchildren are. And you may be willing to sell and move just to be closer by. As Vance Cariaga, a journalist at Go Bank Rates, explains:

“Never underestimate the power of grandchildren – especially when it comes to lifestyle and financial decisions. Recent data shows that many baby boomers are relocating further away from home than they used to so they can be closer to their grandbabies.”

Bottom Line

The data shows grandparents are moving further to be near their grandchildren. If you have grandchildren of your own, maybe you can relate. When you decide it’s time to be closer to your loved ones, let's connect.

Here is a story: 

When Mary and John decided to sell their house and move closer to their family and grandchildren, it was a decision that was both difficult and heartwarming. They had lived in their home for many years and had created countless memories there, but they knew that being closer to their loved ones was the right choice for them. Here is their story:

• Mary and John had always loved their home, but as they grew older, they realized that they wanted to be closer to their family and grandchildren.
• They knew that selling their house would be a big decision, but they also knew that it was the right one for them.
• As they began the process of selling their home, they took the time to reflect on all of the memories they had created there. They remembered the holidays spent with family, the summer barbecues with friends, and the quiet moments spent reading in their favorite chair.
• They also thought about the memories they would create in their new home, closer to their family and grandchildren. They imagined the laughter and joy that would fill their new home, and they knew that it was the right choice for them.
• When the time came to say goodbye to their old home, Mary and John felt a mix of emotions. They were sad to leave behind the memories they had created there, but they were also excited for the new memories they would create in their new home.
• As they drove away from their old house for the last time, Mary and John felt a sense of peace and contentment. They knew that they had made the right decision, and they were excited for the next chapter of their lives.

Mary and John's decision to sell their house and move closer to their family and grandchildren was a difficult one, but it was also a heartwarming one. They knew that being closer to their loved ones was the right choice for them, and they were excited for the new memories they would create in their new home.