Idaho teacher, 67, retires and moves across US as childcare costs match mortgage

Rising childcare expenses are forcing many American parents to seek help from grandparents. Mary Jo Galusha retired early to care for her grandchildren in Delaware. This trend highlights a significant gap in the nation’s childcare infrastructure. Grandparents often provide flexible and much-needed support for working families. Many grandparents willingly help their children and enjoy spending time with grandchildren.