Intergenerational Program Database

The Intergeneration Orchestra of Omaha brings together performing artists of two eras, joined through the universal language of music. Musicians may audition if they are either age 50 and older or age 25 and younger. There are no minimum or maximum age restrictions in the ensemble. This year's Orchestra is comprised of 63 musicians ranging in age from 12 to 82 years. The Orchestra's concert season runs from September through April, with a schedule of 10 to 15 concerts. Performances are given for senior and retiree groups, at nursing homes, private events, conferences and schools

Intergenerational programming is a natural fit at Easterseals since the Child Developmental Center and the Adult Day Program share the same site. The program uses the power of art, music, dance, literature, and drama to achieve a variety of therapeutic objectives that are beneficial to both children and the elderly. The Intergenerational Program has become an important component of how Easter Seals works with its children and seniors. Keyword: Shared Site

Interactive experiences between local youth and residents of the Home include activities such as the Mentoring Group, which makes biweekly trips to nearby Winnisquam Middle School for conversations and activities with the students, and weekly visits to the Home by older students from the Tilton School for games, crafts and recreational activities such as volleyball and bowling adapted to the physical challenges of the residents. Gilford High School and Middle School are also regular visitors to the Home, and the New Hampton School, which brings international students eager to practice their English skills while interacting with the residents.

You can change a life by providing the individual attention that helps children build confidence and success. Opportunities are available in Kennetth A. Brett Elementary School and 18 other U. S. cities. OASIS volunteer tutors are paired with children in grades K-3 who would benefit from a one-on-one mentoring relationship. Tutors are trained to work with kids using a proven approach to literacy that emphasizes reading, talking and writing. They meet with their students at least once a week throughout the school year, providing a caring, supportive environment where reading and language activities, keyed to the child’s interests, spark curiosity and learning.

Works with students on social action issues tying them back to their community. Recently began to include the older adult population through several projects, including the Bio Legacy Project, The Garden Legacy Project, Generation Connection, and The Alzheimer's Music Project(AMP).

High school service learning students and older adults work together in teams deliver meals to homebound older adults

Building Bridges is a community-based intergenerational program to help bring generations together for meaningful interactions and experiences. Education, friendship, and caring are major components. The program evaluation results showed that Building Bridges not only helped young generations practice character traits but also have more positive perceptions of growing old.

Since 2007, Lee's Summit R-7 School District hosts two Senior Citizens’ School Tours in local schools to connect adults to their students and schools. Close to 375 local seniors have participated in the program. The opportunities are provided to seniors two times each school year and are free to participants. The tours for senior citizens are part of the R-7 School District’s Comprehensive School Improvement Plan and were recommended by a community team. This free 2-hour tour includes student-led walking tours, lunch, and an informational presentation.

The Volunteer Intergenerational Center recruits volunteers of ALL ages to strengthen our communities by mobilizing volunteer action and accelerating nonprofit success. The Retired Senior Volunteer Program involves those individuals 55 and over in volunteer service by matching their personal interests and making use of their lifelong skills and experience.

VolunTEEN Nation is a youth-led national non-profit organization with volunteer, intern and scholarship resources for youth, schools, & nonprofit organizations. Teens tutor senior citizens and offer one on one training with digital gadgets and basic Internet skills at local retirement centers, community centers, and nursing homes. The workshops and tutoring is a win-win situation for the teens and senior citizens, teens gain critical workplace skills and the opportunity to interact and learn from older adults. The older adults learned new skills and valued and appreciated their training and interactions with teenagers.