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Intergenerational programs can benefit young and old participants. Join our forum to learn how you can start a program that brings generations together.
Come along and hear from local speakers who have successfully implemented intergenerational programs.
Learn how intergenerational programs can improve understanding, friendship, enjoyment, confidence and purpose for participants, young and old.
- Wednesday 1 March 2023
- 6:30 – 8:00pm
- In-person and on Zoom
- Knox Civic Centre, 511 Burwood Highway, Wantirna South
Guest speakers:
- Tracy Verburgt – Early Childhood Educator at Coonara Community House. Facilitator of Young at Heart Intergenerational Playgroup for children, parents and seniors
- Craig McPherson – Secondary school teacher at Auburn High School and co-founder of The Positive Ageing Digital Storytelling Intergenerational Project, in which students meet with older participants and produce digital stories
- Kirby Crowley – Centre Manager at Aurora Early Education. Co-Facilitator of Community Connections – Intergenerational Relationships Program in partnership with Peppertree Hill Retirement Village
Find out more:
- Breeana Bloomfield - Intergenerational Project Officer
- [email protected]
- 9298 8060
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