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LO 18.5. Identify social contexts in which older adults live and their influence on development.

Video Case:
Multigenerational Family

Questions to Consider:

1. Adjustments in attitude are often an issue when an older adult moves in with younger family members. What adjustments has Margaret been making in the transition to life in her daughter Sonia’s household?
2. What characteristics of this new living situation seem to be working well for the family? 

LO 18.8. Discuss features of relationships between older adults and adult children and grandchildren.

Video Case:
Grandparenthood

Questions to Consider:

1. What are some of the challenges of grandparenthood, as shared by Margaret?
2. How does the Margaret’s grandparenthood experience differ from Elsie’s?