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Talking To Your Children About Grandparents Who Are Moving Into A Care Home

Julie Meyers PronBy Julie Meyers PronMay 21, 2025No Comments3 Mins Read
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Talking to your children about a grandparent moving into a care home can be a delicate and emotional topic. For many families, grandparents play an important role in their children’s lives, offering love, stories, and a sense of continuity between generations. When a grandparent requires more support than can be provided at home, moving them into a care home can be the best decision for their health and well-being. Still, explaining this transition to children requires sensitivity and honesty.

Keep the Conversation Age-Appropriate

Start by considering your child’s age and emotional maturity. Younger children may not understand a care home, so use simple and clear language. You might say, “Grandma needs help with things like getting dressed and taking her medicine. At the care home, there are kind people who can help her every day.”

Older children and teenagers may have more questions or even emotional reactions. Be prepared to explain the reasons behind the move and answer questions honestly. Acknowledge that this change may feel sad or confusing, but reassure them that it is being done to ensure their grandparent is safe and well cared for.

Emphasize the Positive

Children often take emotional cues from their parents, so try to present the move in a calm and positive light. Talk about the benefits of the care home: safety, professional medical support, new friends for their grandparent, and activities they can enjoy.

If the facility offers opportunities for visiting, attending events, or even virtual calls, highlight those options. Let them know that their relationship with their grandparent can continue in meaningful ways, even if it looks a little different.

For families in Hampshire, nursing care homes in Andover offer tailored care plans and dedicated staff to support elderly residents with complex medical needs. Choosing a reputable home can give your child reassurance that their grandparent is being well looked after.

Include Them in the Process

Where appropriate, involve your child in the transition. This could mean letting them help pick out photos or decorations for the grandparent’s new room, or writing a card to bring on the first visit. Giving them a role—no matter how small—helps them feel included and gives them a sense of control during a time of change.

Children may also benefit from visiting the care home with you once the grandparent has settled in. Seeing the environment and meeting staff can help ease any anxiety or confusion they may have.

Be Open to Emotions

Children may experience sadness, fear, or even anger about the change. Encourage them to talk about how they feel. Validate their emotions by saying things like, “It’s okay to feel sad,” or “I understand this is a big change for all of us.”

If your child struggles to cope, consider using books or resources that explain aging and care homes in a child-friendly way. Sometimes, talking to a school counselor or family therapist can also help.

Keep the Connection Strong

Help your child maintain a bond with their grandparent by scheduling regular visits, video calls, or letter exchanges. These rituals can provide comfort and continuity, reinforcing the idea that love and connection don’t end when living arrangements change.

Navigating a grandparent’s move to a care home is a family journey. Children can adapt to this transition with understanding and resilience through thoughtful conversations and ongoing support.

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