Resources
Celebrating Intergenerational Diversity
Reports | 2011
An evaluation of three projects working with younger and older Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender people This article discusses and evaluates three programs carried out in 2011 by Age UK that aimed “to promote solidarity …
Promoting Intergenerational Programmes: Where is the Evidence to Inform Policy and Practice?
via Evidence & Policy A Journal of Research Debate and Practice | Research and Studies | 2009
From the abstract: “UK government and non-governmental organisations are promoting the use of intergenerational programmes in England and Wales to improve community cohesion. However, much thought needs to be given to designing programmes, and intergenerational …
Aging Gracefully: Pallette, an Intergenerational Arts Program, Pairs VCU Students with Senior Adults to Overcome Ageism Through Art
Articles and Blog Posts | 2016
Pallette is a program of Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Arts’ Department of Dance and Choreography that was started in 2014 to enable interdisciplinary health profession students to work with older adults on creative projects. …
Meeting the Multigenerational Moment
via Stanford Social Innovation Review | Articles and Blog Posts | 2021
A 2021 issue of The Stanford Social Science Review, titled “Meeting the Multigenerational Moment,” offered a set of 8 essays exploring, “how fresh thinking and new social arrangements hold the potential to make the most …
Making the Case for Intergenerational Programs
White Papers | 2021
From the Generations United website: Making the Case for Intergenerational Programs is based on a comprehensive review of the literature on intergenerational programs and highlights evidence-based findings on how intergenerational programs benefit everyone.
The State of Our Art: A Review of Theories Used in Intergenerational Program Research (2003–2014) and Ways Forward
Articles and Blog Posts | 2014
This article conveys the process and results of the authors’ examination of 10 years of recent research on intergenerational programs. Their core question was whether and how, “theory is being used in the field of …
Intergenerational Programs Review: Study Design and Characteristics of Intervention, Outcomes, and Effectiveness
Research and Studies | 2018
This review of intergenerational programs encompassed programs which were analyzed for target population, study design, interventions, outcomes, and effectiveness. Educational and art programs were included, along with multiple other types of activities. The study is …
Dance Exchange “Dance On” Program
Programs and Initiatives | 2022
Dance On is a program developed by the Dance Exchange in Takoma Park, MD, that brings together its creative aging and intergenerational dance programs. These include an annual Dance On Festival for older adults, educators, …
North Carolina Intergenerational Theatre Workshop
Websites | 2022
Since 1981, the North Carolina State Company has offered a free week long workshop designed to “bridge the gap of understanding between teens and seniors.” Participants ages 13-17 and 60+ share their personal stories and …
New Jersey Intergenerational Orchestra
Websites | 2022
The New Jersey Intergenerational Orchestra (NJIO) includes musicians of all ages and skill levels. Its mission is to, “connect people of all ages from diverse communities through music education and orchestral and chamber music performances,” …