Intergenerational project with BUPA Woodend

Intergenerational Project with BUPA Woodend

During first term I have been working with BUPA Woodend to facilitate an intergenerational program for students at Macedon Primary School.

Intergenerational programs and their benefits have now been highlighted following the success of the ABC show “Old People’s Homes for 4 Year Olds”. The research shows that creating cross generational connections through intergenerational programs can be a powerful model for positive social impact and better health outcomes in Australia.

Bringing together younger and older people have major benefits including:

FOR OLDER PEOPLE

• reduce or delay cognitive and physical decline (dementia, frailty etc)
• reduce social isolation
• provide a sense of purpose and an improved mood
• develop a theoretical basis for lifelong learning

 FOR YOUNGER PEOPLE

• improve pro-social behaviours of sharing, help and cooperation
• increase confidence and communication skills
• contribute to community
• reduce potential negative behaviours later in life
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All children will have the opportunity to participate in the program at some stage throughout the year.

The visits will occur Fridays from 9.30am until 11.00am, when each class is scheduled.

 Students will be bused to Woodend and back again.

1/2 CD - Friday 10th May

1/2TT - Friday 24th May

Karren Baker

Leading Teacher