Intergenerational relationships enrich our lives and communities, and every generation brings its own knowledge and experience to these relationships.

Intergenerational activities are also an important strategy to challenge ageism, which the World Health Organization defines as the stereotypes (how we think), prejudice (how we feel) and discrimination (how we act) towards others or oneself based on age.

There are many benefits of intergenerational programs and activities, such as:

• Challenging stereotypes and prejudice, and combatting ageism.
• Improving physical, mental, and social well-being.
• Reducing stress and feelings of loneliness.
• Creating a sense of belonging.
• Increasing self-esteem, social connection and intergenerational respect and understanding.
• Enabling the sharing of meaningful activities and skills and celebration of the talents and knowledge of different generations.
• Passing of traditional and cultural knowledge and skills from one generation to the next.

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is focused on building awareness and acting on the social factors that influence health outcomes and quality of life to improve well-being.

This intergenerational program guide is in line with the Provincial Government’s focus on overall well-being and age and dementia-friendly communities, which support vibrant, inclusive, and accessible spaces and programs where all people can remain active, independent, and engaged in their communities.

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