INTERDISCIPLINARY COLLABORATION TO SUPPORT AGE FRIENDLINESS AND PREPARATION FOR INTERGENERATIONAL PROGRAMMING
2024
Supporting Age Friendliness Through Intergenerational Programming
Sample size: 72
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Author Information
Author(s): Munly Kelly, Frederick Jared, Gaston Harriett
Primary Institution: Penn State Altoona
Hypothesis
Can interdisciplinary collaboration enhance the understanding of older adults' life course experiences among students preparing for intergenerational programming?
Conclusion
Interdisciplinary discussions improved students' understanding and readiness for intergenerational programming.
Supporting Evidence
- Students reflected on historical insights related to older adults' life experiences.
- The collaboration aimed to enhance age friendliness in the community.
Takeaway
Students learned about older adults' lives to better prepare for working with them, making it easier for them to connect across generations.
Methodology
Students participated in classes that included discussions on historical insights related to older adults' life experiences.
Participant Demographics
Adult Development and Aging students from a small campus.
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