Older people who are not biologically related to the "grandchildren" but assume a grandparent-like role are called ______.

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Surrogate grandparents are not biologically related to the grandchildren but assume a grandparent-like role. Shadow grandparents are grandparents who may be involved in their grandchildren's lives, but not in a consistent or formal role. Custodial grandparents have legal custody or guardianship of their grandchildren. Step-grandparents are related to the grandchildren through marriage or partnership with the grandchild's biological grandparent.

Older People Who Are Not Biologically Related to the "Grandchildren