The latest from the More Than Grand blog is up on the website! Understanding AI for Grandparents: What You Need to Know NowPublished on August 15, 2025 AI for grandparents isn’t just a passing fad. Learn what artificial
intelligence really is, how it affects your family, and simple steps to use
it for staying connected. Read on to discover how AI can benefit
grandparents.
Margaret, 84, proudly tells everyone she "doesn't do technology." What she doesn’t realize, however, is how much of her family life she’s missing out on because of her refusal to use email or text. As technology has become a more and more integral part of our daily lives, Margaret is becoming more and more isolated from the world around her. While the benefits of AI for grandparents may seem doubtful, ignoring it will leave you headed down the same path as Margaret. It’s worth learning what you can so that you can stay a relevant part of your family’s life. Know someone who would like this post? Forward this email to a friend! |
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Consider instead that along with being caretakers, we are role models, teachers, historians, storytellers, confidants, mentors, and most importantly, trusted examples of how to love and be loved. ~ Marianne Waggoner Day Each Saturday, we send you a roundup of articles and resources that will help you be a better grandparent. We may receive a commission for purchases made through affiliate links in this email. This is an easy and much appreciated way for you to support More Than Grand! Growing...
What a bargain grandchildren are! I give them my loose change, and they give me a million dollars' worth of pleasure.~ Gene Perret Each Saturday, we send you a roundup of articles and resources that will help you be a better grandparent. We may receive a commission for purchases made through affiliate links in this email. This is an easy and much appreciated way for you to support More Than Grand! Growing as a Grandparent DeeDee will be talking about "What Today's Parents Wish Every...
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