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Page 27 <br /> Social Connection <br />San Leandro residents told us… <br />It is important for seniors and youth to spend time together. This <br />can be through intergenerational family interactions, at <br />community programs and events, and through volunteer <br />opportunities. Volunteering is also a healthy way for seniors to <br />continue to be active and contribute their considerable knowledge <br />and experience to their communities. Baby Boomer retirees are <br />arguably the healthiest, most educated, most accomplished <br />generation of older adults ever. How do we ensure they have <br />opportunities to stay involved? <br />2 Create more opportunities for learning and <br />social interaction between seniors and youth <br />Project Lead: Human Services Department <br />Project Support: Recreation and Parks Department <br />Action Step #1. Explore partnerships with the San Leandro <br />Unified School District to leverage existing volunteer <br />groups to foster interactions between youth and seniors. <br />Potential areas for shared learning could be seniors <br />teaching youth how to read (or other tutoring needs), <br />seniors helping coach youth sports, youth helping seniors <br />to use and set up technology, and youth helping seniors <br />with home and yard maintenance. <br />Action Step #2. Organize more intergenerational activities <br />and community events at the Senior Community Center, <br />where seniors are encouraged to share their stories and <br />experience with various topics, and youth are invited to <br />listen, learn and share their energy and care. <br />City of San Leandro | Age-Friendly Action Plan