Volume
35
Issue
5
Abstract
Long-distance grandparents and grandchildren are common and may have resulted in growing tensions between young and old. Building Bridges provides opportunities for children to learn and interact with seniors as well as for seniors to share their talents and enjoy being with children for meaningful experiences. Education, friendships, and caring are main components. Without funding support, 23 agencies, schools, nursing homes, 10 volunteers, 900 children, and 520 frail and home bound seniors were reached. Evaluation showed that the program has made a significant impact on the children and seniors.
Recommended Citation
Chen, N. (1997). Building Bridges - An Intergenerational Program. The Journal of Extension, 35(5), Article 11. https://open.clemson.edu/joe/vol35/iss5/11
