Causes: Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations, Human Service Organizations, Human Services
Mission: For All Ages is a non-profit organization connecting the generations and inspiring action to end loneliness, reduce ageism, and improve health and well-being.
Results: Over the past 2 years, we've connected more than 600 older adults and youth during more than 4,000 hours of programming - including in our virtual intergenerational friendship program launched in the fall of 2019 in response to the pandemic. We've also delivered 6,500 cards handmade by youth to isolated older adults via our Joyful Notes Project since the pandemic began.
Target demographics: We enable older adults and youth to make impactful connections, and as a result improve health and well-being and change negative perceptions about aging
Direct beneficiaries per year: more than 350 older adults and youth connect for more than 4,000 impactful hours.
Geographic areas served: Connecticut
Programs: a variety of intergenerational art, community service, conversation, and outdoor, exercise-focused programs.