Intergenerational Program Database

By creating accessible, welcoming spaces, we facilitate organic intergenerational community-building between young children (age 0 to 5+), their caregivers, and older adults who come from across the city, with an emphasis on engaging participants from the Mission and surrounding neighborhoods. Sessions take place on Saturdays 3-4:30 pm; each led by a facilitator who is a teaching artist/musician. All activities are designed to foster interaction and social connections between participants of all ages, opening up a playful space to get messy, experiment, learn from each other’s techniques, and share the pleasure of creating art and music together.

We are building an intergenerational neighborhood where young and old help each other flourish. In our first phase we bought land and opened a group home where staff and their children have the option to live onsite in exchange for helping with some evening hours. Young and old share life and meals around a family table. We provide care for frail seniors and work with hospice to provide end of life care. Karin Krause RN lives on-site. We are ready to take our neighborhood to the next level! We are now working to get a building permit to add 55+ housing, workforce housing, child and adult daycare and add onto our beautiful indoor and outdoor intergenerational contact zones! We are in the midst of a $4 million capital campaign to help build our $10 million project. Our activities engage the surrounding community with potlucks and house concerts, candy hunts for kids, crafts, music, exercise, gardening and hospitality are a big part of our culture. We are also involved with the UW Madison, doing semester long projects with students who are learning the joy of intergenerational exchange! Please learn more and contact us at www.hopeandafutureinc.org or visit in Madison WI

The AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparents program stands as a beacon of community engagement, bridging generations to make a lasting impact on the lives of children in Butler, Cowley, Harvey, Marion, and Reno counties. This initiative brings together senior volunteers aged 55 and older with children in various community settings, fostering meaningful relationships that contribute to the children's academic and emotional development. Volunteers in this program receive not only the intrinsic rewards of making a positive impact but also practical benefits that make their service more accessible. A stipend acknowledges the invaluable time and dedication seniors invest in supporting local youth, providing financial recognition for their contributions. The program further addresses logistical concerns by offering mileage reimbursement, ensuring that volunteers can reach their assigned locations without financial strain. Additionally, meal reimbursement enhances the overall volunteer experience, acknowledging the importance of sustaining one's well-being during service. By combining the joy of intergenerational connections with tangible benefits such as stipends, mileage reimbursement, and meal support, the AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparents program not only enriches the lives of children but also empowers seniors to actively participate in building stronger, more connected communities.

Will be a documentary about 2 musicians (one a legend) who develop a deep, sweet, and meaningful inter-generational (38/89) brought about through a common bond, music. Currently working on a “sizzle reel” to show prospective interested parties. I am a physician specialized in brain injury, stroke, spinal injuries. I want to introduce the topic of music and the brain without taking away from the main thrust of this sweet story.

Across the country, Indigenous AmeriCorps members, AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers, and alumni, along with our partner organizations, make a difference through service. RurAL CAP’s Elder Mentor Program, nationally known as the AmeriCorps Senior Foster Grandparent Program, serves children in pre-K and school settings throughout the state of Alaska. Elder Mentors are individuals age 55 and older with low incomes who support school readiness and improvement of academic engagement among children with special needs. Eligible Elders receive training, support, and a small stipend for their service. Our Elder Mentor volunteers connect with children living with disabilities and/or economic challenges at public schools, Head Starts, and early learning centers. Volunteers help children prepare for a successful school career that results in graduation, ultimately equipping them to achieve additional positive outcomes such as employment with a living wage, a healthy lifestyle, and a stable living situation. This program positively impacts the children, Elders, and teachers involved. Children benefit from individualized tutoring while Elders stay active, spread cultural values, and share knowledge with future generations. As a result, teachers gain valuable classroom support and increased student engagement. As part of the program, Elder Mentors, directly from the communities they serve, help Alaska Native children learn their traditional languages to ensure that the history, cultures, and languages are not lost.

Graduate students form Chatham University in Health Sciences studies reside in our Personal Care/ Memory Care Community.

Better Together is an intergenerational program for positive mental health. It is a community-based program that brings youth and older adults together for shared experiences. We tailor our programming to the needs of those involved and have worked with community groups, schools, afterschool groups, care homes, and members of our community. Our program has included historical, musical, garden, art, craft and other recreational projects.

The Tea @ 3 Community connects older adults age 55+ with college students 1:1 based on common interests for weekly phone calls for 12 weeks during the college semester. Community members receive a welcome kit that includes free tea, a handmade mug cozy, and welcome brochure. For All Ages facilitates the growth of intergenerational friendships via weekly emails, periodic check-ins, and two live Zoom events that unite Community members. This free program runs Sep-Nov and Feb-April each year. While the focus is on Connecticut older adults and college students, residents of neighboring states are welcome to apply and participate. Each session is capped at 50 older adults and 50 college students. People who are interested can apply via the form found on the Tea @ 3 webpage. This program reduces loneliness and ageism and improves belongingness and health & well-being for all participants.

Unlock Potential, Spark Change! 🌟 Join our transformative Elementary School Mentoring Program! 🚀 Imagine making a difference once a week during a child's lunch break – just by lending an ear and sharing a conversation! Be the mentor who shapes futures! 🚀 For more details on how you can be a part of this incredible journey, contact us below. Let's create a brighter tomorrow together! 🌟✨

The High-Country Caregivers (HCC) Kinship Navigation program offers comprehensive whole-family care to empower caregivers. who take on the responsibility of caring for a relative or friend's child. Through a variety of programs and services HCC works alongside kinship caregivers to help improve the lives of children and create permanency. Our mission is empowering caregivers and strengthening communities.