Financial Assistance

Introduction

Raising grandchildren can be a costly business and there is no doubt you have not planned for this situation in your older age. Plans for retirement might need to change: you may find you need to retire early to cope with your new life – on the other hand you might choose to keep working longer due to the added costs of raising another family.

Your house might need extensions – you may need a bigger car or a bigger fridge. Your daily cost of living will undoubtedly increase with extra food, medical bills, clothing and schooling. If your grandchild has a disability there will be the added costs of specialist care and support.

Whatever your financial situation you may find…