An Intergenerational Program is
a planned intentional interaction of different age groups at any stage of life in a variety of situations at a level that provides close communications, sharing of feelings and ideas and cooperative activities in meaningful tasks. (Peacock and Talley, “Intergenerational Contact: A Way to Counteract Ageism”, 1984)
ICAL's Goals
- Develop intergenerational programs and practices
- Promote intergenerational programs and practices as agents for global social change
- Encourage intergenerational civic participation
Promote senior and youth well being through active community involvement
- Engage in Community Action Research on Age Relations
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Community Storytellers, Celebrating Our Elders
Our project, Community Storytellers, Celebrating Our Elderswas started with the assistance of the federal government's New Horizons for Seniors and local community organizations and businesses.
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The Intergenerational Project
Click on the photo to find out about the Community Toolbox for Intergenerational Collaboration which was created as part of the The Intergenerational Project, TIP.
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