Some commentators feel that grandparents should live together with their children and grandchildren, while others say that older people should be encouraged to live independently. Consider the possible arguments on both sides of this debate, and reach your own conclusion.

The issue of whether grandparents should live with their extended families is partly a question of tradition in different cultures or nationalities.

However

, the question of affordability

also play

Suggestion

also plays

has also played

an increasing part and so

this

debate is rather complex, as we will see. On the one hand, those who support the idea of grandparents living with their children point to a higher level of emotional support which all family members may receive in

such

situation,

for example

in times of crisis

such

as bereavement.

Furthermore

, it is

also

true that personal security may increase, offering protection against

such

problem as accidents or even robbery.

Finally

, it seems that extended family life will

also

considerably lost costly,

for instance

with lower food and utility bills, meaning that enjoyment of life may be higher.

By contrast

, supporters of grandparents living independently often state that elderly people should be encouraged to be as self reliant as possible, as

this

boost their self esteem and may guard against mental decline in old age. They

also

say, with some merit, that many younger families these days do not have the housing space, or indeed the spare time, which is necessary to care properly for older members. As a

last

point, it is

also

true that many grandparents prefers to see their grandchildren on a less frequent basis (as opposed to every day), making these visits most special and cherished for all concerned. Overall, it appears to me that the stronger argument is in favour of grandparents living independently, with all the advantages of self reliance and separate space.

This

is provided that their health and finances allow them to continue living separately, without the risk or the fear of isolation.