10 Reasons for Intergenerational Relationships

Two Generations, Numerous New Friendships

As a little kid, interactions with grandma and grandpa are cherished and remembered. Why is that? A strong emotional bond between a grandparent and a grandchild models a healthy relationship. Grandparents are a security blanket for young kids. Whenever mom or dad seems to be unfair to a child, a child will run to grandma or grandpa for reinforcement. Here at Episcopal Homes of Minnesota, we have a mission to encourage intergenerational relationships on our campus. In April 2015, Episcopal Homes will be opening Kinder Village. Kinder Village will be an intergenerational child care program right in the heart of campus. Episcopal Homes is confident that offering active, older adults with vibrant, energetic children will enrich the lives for everyone involved.   Why do we Encourage Intergenerational Relationships at Episcopal Homes?

1. Seniors will offer deep knowledge to children
2. Children will offer hope for what the future will bring
3. Enhancing socialization for seniors and children
4. Improving health for seniors
5. Improving academic excellence for seniors and children
6. Strengthening a sense for community between generations
7. Building loving and lasting relationships between generations
8. Developing a sense of belonging for children and seniors
9. Building trust and loyalty between generations
10. Deepening and broadening each generations perspectives

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