10/12/2026
👨👩👧👦 So, you want to move closer to your kids or grandkids. What are your options?
As you plan for retirement and the years ahead, being closer to family may move higher on your priority list. Maybe you want more time together, easier visits, the ability to help with the grandkids—or simply the comfort of knowing family is nearby.
But moving closer brings up an important question: How close is close enough?
You want to be close enough to get the benefits you’re looking for, while maintaining the level of space, privacy and independence that feels right for you.
Your options might include:
🏠 Sharing a home — Multigenerational living can make it easy to share everyday life, particularly when the home provides separate bedrooms, bathrooms or living spaces.
🌳 Living in an ADU or in-law suite — You’re just steps away when someone needs you (or you need them), while still having a place of your own.
🏢 Buying a condo nearby — A lower-maintenance home a few minutes away can make dinners, visits and time with the grandkids much easier without combining households.
🌿 Choosing a nearby 55+ or retirement community — Build your own community and enjoy activities and amenities while keeping family close enough to see regularly.
📍 Living in the same city or area — You don’t necessarily need to live around the corner. Simply trading a plane ride or hours-long drive for a short trip across town could provide the connection you’re looking for.
The right distance is different for every family. Start by thinking about what you want being closer to make possible—and what you want your own day-to-day life to look like.
An SRES® designee can help you think through your priorities, explore the possibilities and find a living situation that offers the right balance of family connection and independence. 🔑
