March 13 2024- Chad and Laura Mitchell made the decision to move to their daughter Kahley’s college town in State College, Pennsylvania, to provide support during her transition to college and to be closer to her performances as she pursued a Bachelor of Arts in Music Performance at Penn State. The move allowed Kahley to qualify as an in-state student, saving the family thousands in tuition fees. Chad, a Penn State alum, viewed the relocation as a family decision, emphasizing the importance of supporting Kahley during this significant life transition. Laura appreciated the opportunity to create a supportive environment away from the competitiveness of Kahley’s major. Their decision reflects a growing trend of parents moving closer to their children’s colleges, often to alleviate feelings of loneliness after their children leave home. Research from May 2023 suggests that 43% of parents whose adult children no longer live with them experience depression due to separation. Similarly, single dad Jeff Vasishta expressed a desire to relocate near his daughter Milaan’s college campus in Vermont to remain close to her as she attends her dream school, Bennington