Here are some potential reasons: As we are planning to start our intergenerational programs next year we should design these projects in a way that enables participants to engage meaningfully with one another. If the activities or goals of the project do not resonate with participants, they may become disinterested or feel disconnected from the […]

 For youth who do not have seniors in their life, there are still ways to engage in intergenerational bonding activities. Here are some ideas: Volunteer at a senior center because many senior centers offer volunteer opportunities for youth, such as helping with meal programs or organizing activities. This can be a great way to meet […]

 At the senior center, I am president of we are working on building some bonding between seniors and youth under the age of 19. We believe this can be a great way to foster mutual respect, understanding, and appreciation among different generations. Here are some ideas that we are thinking about doing that we think […]

You can make anything happen, raise your voice For you hold the power to manifest your choice. Just like the one who put stars in the sky, You too can make your dreams come to life. The birds that soar high up in the air, Were taught to fly with utmost care. But just like […]

Retirement is becoming more and more of a pipe dream for workers all over the world. A troubled global economy paired with longer life expectancies is forcing many to continue to work far past the age they imagined because of a lack of sufficient savings. Governments have resorted to increasing the age at that citizens […]

If you’re old enough to remember the Freedom 55 ads in North America, you might recall they encouraged people to buy life insurance so they could retire at age 55. A new poll by the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce poll that found that 61 is now the average age Canadians hope to retire.  Believe […]

Listen up! If you want some peace of mind when dealing with the complicated world of healthcare, you have got to get yourself a patient advocate. Sure, healthcare providers may have their own advocates, but those guys work for the man. Your personal health advocate can monitor things while you focus on feeling better. Having […]

 What do patient advocates do? Well, they’re basically superheroes but not in scrubs. They swoop in to save the day when the healthcare system is making life more confusing than an IKEA instruction manual. The superhero has the goal of providing the client and their family with whatever they need to feel secure and properly […]

Healthcare has become increasingly complex and difficult to navigate, leading to the emergence of a new role – the patient advocate. My wife was in a hospital in Australia, about 10 years ago, and the hospital assigned us a social worker. Her job was to help us navigate their system. This role, I think, has […]

 Libraries play an important role in preserving modern history by collecting, organizing, and preserving historical materials for future generations. These materials can include books, newspapers, periodicals, manuscripts, photographs, maps, and other documents that provide insight into the events, people, and cultures of the past. In particular, libraries collect and preserve materials that are often overlooked […]