A study of staff experience and perception of intergenerational projects between care home residents and children
Intergenerational Programs (IGP) have attracted considerable interest as new approaches to bridge the generational gap and enhance the well-being of both younger participants and older adults. These programs, often implemented in care homes promote social interaction and mutual support between generations. As the population grows older, the demand for effective and sustainable elder care strategies becomes urgent, and IGPs offer promising benefits in this context.
Faced with the increased demand, care homes will have to adapt and intensify their efforts in developing strategies to engage residents, such as implementing Intergenerational Programs. IGPs are initiatives designed to facilitate structured and continuous interactions between older and younger individuals. These programs aim to benefit all participants by
creating meaningful relationships, fostering emotional and social growth, increasing contact
and understanding, and achieving various educational and community goals.