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The unsung heroes of the cost of living crisis: grandparents

New data reveals that nearly three-quarters of Australian grandparents are stepping up to support their adult children financially, often providing much-needed relief in these challenging times.

Published: 31 May 2024
  • national
  • 31 May 2024
  • Hello Care

According to recent research, 31% of grandparents are gifting money or offering free childcare to their families.

This support isn’t trivial - considering that childcare can cost approximately $150 per day, the financial burden lifted from young families amounts to over $7,000 annually.

However, borrowing money from family can be a delicate issue, and can lead to discord and even elder financial abuse.