2024–25 · City-wide
Senior centers with intergenerational youth programming
The resident asks for senior day care, independent living and rehab centers with youth programming, such as adopt-a-grandparent days, to benefit both seniors and kids.
English title and summary written with AI from the resident's text.
The resident's idea, as submitted
The idea
Senior adult day care centers, independent living programs, rehab centers with youth programing
Who it helps and why
adopt a grandparent day. promotes longer life span. could assist with memory. gives kids an opportunity to learn new skills from seniors. gives seniors something to look forward to. promotes a strong bond of love
Details
- Cycle
- 2024–25
- Submitted
- July 26, 2024
- Neighborhood
- City-wide
- Portal category
- Arts & Culture
- How it was submitted
- City-sponsored workshop
- Submission language
- English
Themes grouped with AI from resident idea text.
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