Adopt a Granny
Oct 7th 2008, 10:05 pm
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Adopt a Granny
Hello everyone. I have really been considering lately on trying to adopt a Grandmother for my two young children. My mother lives in Cornwall and we have not seen her since 2003. My father died when I was 8, and both my husband's parents have also died. So, I would like my children to have an older woman (granndmother & grandad) in their lives. I have heard from someone in my moms club that when she was younger the retirement homes had a program where you could adopt one, and take them to run their errands and to Dr's appointments. If anyone has and info on this subject please let me know. thanks so much
Oct 7th 2008, 10:45 pm
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ive never heard of this before but I think its a lovely idea. Bring some sunshine into your kids lives and that of the adoptee!
Oct 7th 2008, 10:59 pm
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Oct 7th 2008, 11:35 pm
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Thank you . Just wish I could find some info, maybe I'll have to start something up!
Oct 8th 2008, 12:40 am
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i found this uk site http://www.adopt-a-granny.co.uk/ - they may have USA contacts ?
and this seems to be an american site although i couldnt find much info on it
http://www.cafemom.com/home/Adopt-A-Granny
and this seems to be an american site although i couldnt find much info on it
http://www.cafemom.com/home/Adopt-A-Granny
Oct 8th 2008, 1:49 am
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Great idea. Grandparents are wonderful people. 
Oct 8th 2008, 1:55 am
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Anyone want mine? 
Oct 8th 2008, 2:22 am
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You can adopt me as a Grandad ....
Ok ..I do taser naughty kids ... but it is good fun ...
Ok ..I do taser naughty kids ... but it is good fun ...
Oct 8th 2008, 2:47 am
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You can have mine! She is a cantankerous old bat who I haven't spoke to for 3 years... but you are welcome to her!
Out of interest how does your mum feel about having someone act as grandmother?
Out of interest how does your mum feel about having someone act as grandmother?
Oct 8th 2008, 12:06 pm
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I'm sure my Mother will try and kick up a stink. She seems to love having rows with everyone. To be frank, I really don't care how she feels about it, since she hasn't been there for me or my children. I talk to my Mother but it is a very tough relationship and one sided as she is very selfish. At the end of the day, you can't may someone care and she doesn't.
Oct 8th 2008, 12:12 pm
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Hello everyone. I have really been considering lately on trying to adopt a Grandmother for my two young children. My mother lives in Cornwall and we have not seen her since 2003. My father died when I was 8, and both my husband's parents have also died. So, I would like my children to have an older woman (granndmother & grandad) in their lives. I have heard from someone in my moms club that when she was younger the retirement homes had a program where you could adopt one, and take them to run their errands and to Dr's appointments. If anyone has and info on this subject please let me know. thanks so much
Oct 8th 2008, 1:01 pm
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It was a big time a few years ago. You might want to call a nursing home close to home and discuss this with their administrator or have a look at some of the senior centers close to home. I know so many elderly people whose family have moved so far that they don't get to see their children and grandchildren and would love to be pampered by someone and in turn shower them with their love.
Hello everyone. I have really been considering lately on trying to adopt a Grandmother for my two young children. My mother lives in Cornwall and we have not seen her since 2003. My father died when I was 8, and both my husband's parents have also died. So, I would like my children to have an older woman (granndmother & grandad) in their lives. I have heard from someone in my moms club that when she was younger the retirement homes had a program where you could adopt one, and take them to run their errands and to Dr's appointments. If anyone has and info on this subject please let me know. thanks so much
Oct 8th 2008, 2:19 pm
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Oct 9th 2008, 1:51 am
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Oct 9th 2008, 10:57 am
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We've kind of adopted our neighbours as grandparents - or maybe they've adopted us?