Intergenerational Program Database

Generations Child Development Center is located on the site of Porter Hills Village, a continuing care retirement community. Residents volunteer with the children in the classrooms. Children also visit the residents and participate in activities together including coloring, music and story time. Keyword: Shared Site

An important ingredient in being successful in school and in life is having a caring adult to help you. Mentor Academic Success volunteers help students grades K-12 in the classroom setting, with reading and or math. Mentors encourage their students and provide a good role model. Volunteers may also help in the school library or read in a public setting to younger children in the Ready to Read program of the Kalamazoo Public Library.

The Prime Time Seniors' Program is a nationally accredited program which serves to enrich the lives of community members who are age 55+. Prime Time is committed to providing programs which engage the physical, intellectual, emotional, social, spiritual and vocational dimensions of wellness, as well as encourage involvement in the community. There are several intergenerational programs including intergenerational art classes.

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Linking Intergenerational Neighbors Who Care (LINC) engages youth of the Chadsey/Condon neighborhood to “link” elders in their neighborhood to services and resources that meet the elders‘ needs. The mission of the LINC Project is to provide a safe environment where people can age in dignity, while local young people are exposed to possible job fields, career opportunities, and the transferable skills needed to build a positive future for themselves and their communities.  Most importantly, LINC creates a sustainable community that thrives off of the energy and wisdom of all its members. 

Emerson School is proud to present InterGen Tech: a Pilot class where 5th-8th graders share technology skills with local elders in a collaborative environment. In this new innovative class, students will partner with local elders to help teach and practice digital skills in Emerson’s computer lab, while elders will share their experiences and wisdom with today’s youth. For students, it's a service-learning class for responsible, caring, and dedicated students who have an interest in sharing digital skills with local senior citizens.

MSU Grandparents University is an opportunity for grandparents and grandchildren (ages 8-12) to come together for a three-day educational experience while spending time together on the MSU campus.

Older adults tutor, mentor, and read with children in the community.

AGE to age: bringing generations together is an intergenerational grassroots initiative of the Northland Foundation designed to connect youth with older adults to build relationships and enhance their communities. This initiative provides an avenue for different generations to overcome age stereotypes, establish friendships, and pool their strengths for civic good. Over 1,200 people age 55+ and 2,400 youth, and 1,300 adults from the generations in between have been touched by this program, and momentum continues to grow. The AGE to age “secret of success” lies in nurturing respectful relationships and empowering communities to embrace the unique talents of all ages.

KAIROS alive! uses dance and storytelling to create a sense of community and well-being in participants of all ages and walks of life. It is the only intergenerational modern dance company in MN. Ages range from 7 to 98.