7 in 10 grandparents 65 and older communicate with their grandchildren at least a few times a month
% of U.S. grandparents ages 65 and older who are in touch with their grandchildren …
Note: Full question wording included “seeing them in person, talking on the phone or texting” as examples of being in touch.
Source: Pew Research Center survey of U.S. adults conducted Sept. 2-8, 2025.
PEW RESEARCH CENTER
7 in 10 grandparents 65 and older communicate with their grandchildren at least a few times a month
% of U.S. grandparents ages 65 and older who are in touch with their grandchildren …
| Frequency | Share |
|---|---|
| At least once a day | 15% |
| A few times a week | 27% |
| A few times a month | 28% |
| Once a month | 10% |
| Less than once a month | 20% |
Note: Full question wording included “seeing them in person, talking on the phone or texting” as examples of being in touch.
Source: Pew Research Center survey of U.S. adults conducted Sept. 2-8, 2025.
PEW RESEARCH CENTER
