When you actually prepare your tax return you will be preparing it on a Form 1040, and you will be entering the data from your W-2. You do not get the same kinds of credits for Grandma as you can get for your children. As stated--Grandma can only get you a non-refundable $500 credit.
Your children can qualify you for other child-related credits. See below.
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