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Helping Grandparents Build Meaningful,
Lasting Connections Across Generations

Great-Great Grandpa Neil Taft shares proven strategies from 80+ years of family experience, 4 published books, and nearly 500 articles on intergenerational relationships.
Featured by Jack Canfield with 2 million+ views.

Neil Taft

Author | Public Speaker | Youth Advocate
Great-Great Grandpa

Meet Great-Great Grandpa Neil

I’m a Great-Great Grandpa, author of 4 books, and speaker dedicated to helping grandparents build meaningful connections across generations. With 80+ years of lived experience and nearly 500 published articles, I share practical strategies that strengthen family bonds and create lasting legacies.

What You'll Find Here

For Grandparents Seeking Connection

Practical strategies to strengthen bonds with grandchildren, navigate family challenges, and build a legacy that lasts. Explore actionable tips, real-world stories, and proven methods from decades of experience.

For Organizations & Event Planners

Practical strategies to strengthen bonds with grandchildren, navigate family challenges, and build a legacy that lasts. Explore actionable tips, real-world stories, and proven methods from decades of experience.

For Readers & Lifelong Learners

Dive into four comprehensive books covering grandparenting rights, connection strategies, legacy-building, and navigating family loss. Each book offers depth, compassion, and actionable insights.

Why Grandparent-Grandchild Relationships Matter

Grandparents play a unique, irreplaceable role in family dynamics. You're not the parent—you're the bridge between generations, the keeper of stories, the safe harbor during storms, and the living link to family history.
Research shows that strong grandparent-grandchild relationships improve emotional well-being, provide stability during family transitions, and pass down values that shape future generations. But these connections don't happen by accident—they require intention, effort, and a willingness to meet grandchildren where they are.
Whether you're navigating distance, digital communication, blended families, or estrangement, the strategies I share are rooted in real-world experience and proven results. Because every grandchild deserves a grandparent who shows up, listens deeply, and loves unconditionally.

Featured & Trusted By

  • Featured by Jack Canfield (Author of The Success Principles and Chicken Soup for the Soul)

  • 2 Million+ Views on viral interview discussing grandparenting and legacy

  • 4 Published Books on grandparenting, family connection, and intergenerational relationships

  • Nearly 500 Articles published on grandparenting strategies and family dynamics

  • Speaker & Consultant for organizations, conferences, and family advocacy groups

Why Work With Neil?

Authentic Experience

As a Great-Great Grandpa, I’ve lived through four generations of family dynamics. My insights aren’t theoretical—they’re tested in the real world, refined through decades of connection, conflict, and growth.

Proven Strategies

From my signature upside-down hug to digital communication tips for long-distance grandparents, every method I teach has been proven across my own family and thousands of readers worldwide.

Thought Leadership

I don’t just teach grandparenting—I’m shaping the conversation. My books, articles, and speaking engagements position grandparents as vital contributors to family health and intergenerational success.

Compassionate Guidance

Whether you’re navigating estrangement, divorce, blended families, or simply seeking deeper connection, I approach every topic with empathy, nuance, and respect for the complexity of family life.

Common Questions

What makes Neil’s approach different from other grandparenting experts?

I’m not a psychologist or family therapist—I’m a Great-Great Grandpa who’s lived it. My advice comes from 80+ years of real-world family experience, not academic theory. I’ve made mistakes, learned from them, and refined strategies across four generations.

Can Neil speak at my organization or event?

Yes! I offer keynote speeches, workshops, and consulting on topics including modern grandparenting, intergenerational leadership, legacy-building, and family values. Contact me here to discuss availability. Contact me.

Where can I buy Neil’s books?

All four books—Caring Grandparents, Good to Great Grandparenting, Grandparents’ Rights, and No Greater Loss—are available on Amazon and through my website. Explore the books here.

Does Neil offer one-on-one consulting for families?

Yes, I work with families navigating complex grandparent-grandchild dynamics, estrangement, custody issues, and legacy planning. Reach out to discuss your needs.

How can I stay updated on Neil’s latest content?

Follow my blog for weekly grandparenting tips, strategies, and stories. I also share updates on speaking engagements and new resources. Read the blogs here.

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Ready to Strengthen Your Family Connections?

Whether you're a grandparent seeking practical strategies, an organization looking for a speaker, or a reader eager to dive deeper into intergenerational wisdom, you're in the right place.

The Origin

Neil details the story behind CaringGrandparents.com. What began with a handful of articles and two books he authored eventually blossomed into a full website dedicated to helping grandparents everywhere.

  Featured Blogs

My Signature Upside-down Hug

What begins as a playful moment can become a lifelong connection. My Upside-Down Hug started when my grandkids were toddlers — and they still talk about it today. Create your own ritual. The impact lasts forever. 🌿✨

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Your Legacy as a Grandparent

Your legacy as a grandparent isn’t created in grand moments—it’s built in the everyday love, wisdom, and presence you share. Every story you tell, every value you model, and every memory you create becomes part of the inheritance your grandchildren carry into the future.

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