Intergenerational Activities that Promote Engaging Conversations are Preferred among Young and Older Adults

Loneliness negatively affects young and older adults. Intergenerational activities foster social connectedness. Using quantitative and qualitative methods, this study explored which intergenerational activities are most enjoyable for college students and retirement community residents. Demographics,...

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Published in:Journal of Intergenerational relationships 2020-01, Vol.18 (1), p.71-87
Main Authors: Aguilera-Hermida, A Patricia, Anderson, Ellen A, Negrón, Vanessa A
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adults
College students
Committees
Connectedness
Conversation
Demography
Enjoyment
Intergenerational relationships
Loneliness
Meals
Older people
Qualitative research
Residents
Retirement communities
Transportation
Young adults
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