Rising US Childcare Costs Push Grandparents Into Full-Time Caregiving Roles
Soaring childcare expenses in the United States are compelling many working parents to rely on grandparents for childcare support. Mary Jo Galusha, a 67-year-old teacher from Idaho, retired early and relocated across the country to Delaware to care for her grandchildren. Her decision came as childcare costs reportedly rivaled mortgage payments, making professional care financially unviable for her family. This growing trend exposes a significant gap in America's childcare infrastructure, leaving families to seek informal arrangements. Many grandparents, however, willingly step into these roles, valuing the extra time spent with their grandchildren.
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