Your grandparents might be happy to get help from you and teach you something in return. They might play a game with you or help you after school. Ask, “What can I do to help?”
See where you can be helpful and pitch in if you see a need.
These can be great opportunities to spend time together and talk more.
If you don’t drive yet, go with your parents on errands for your grandparents.
Take a break if you’re feeling frustrated. Come back in a few minutes after you’ve cooled off. Your approach should be one of honor and respect, remembering that this person is an adult human being, and to start there. Make sure to never treat your grandparents like a child.
Have something special that you do together. For example, take a walk at the park each week or go for ice cream together.
Consider drawing a family tree and make it with your grandparents.
Ask advice about things like going to college, dating, marriage, and kids. If you want a second opinion, go to a grandparent.
Especially if your grandparents feel lonely, make an effort to be sociable and happy around them.
Remember your grandparents’ birthdays and other special days and give gifts to celebrate. You can ask your parents for help in choosing a gift.
Have a special place for them to sit if they struggle with mobility. This can also be a place of honor for your grandparents, such as sitting near you at your birthday party.
Because health can decline with old age, make an effort to check in on your grandparents and make sure they are doing alright.
