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About Us
The About Us page is the best place to start when learning about LINKages' as it contains information such as our goals and our "Mission" and "Vision".
Vidoes & PDFs
The Videos & PDFs page is an excellent resource for learning more details about LINKages efforts in the realm of IGPs (Intergenerational Programs). The following are a few examples of what this page contains:
- LINKages' Videos: The new and old LINKages' videos provide an overview of the programs and include testimonials from both youth and seniors.
- Annual Reports: The annual reports provide an account of LINKages' successes, values, future projects and other important information.
- Logic Model: The Logic Model gives a brief outline of LINKages' goals and desired outcomes.
Programs
The Programs section is the main location for information on the different projects that LINKages creates and supports in the ever-present challenge of bridging the gap between generations. The following is a brief introduction to the section and its content:
LINKages takes on a number of roles in the development of Intergenerational Programs (IGPs); it does this with the knowledge that the benefits of bringing together generations can be experienced in different formats and environments:
- Junior and senior high programs: These programs partner schools and care centres.
- YACS (Young Adults Connecting with Seniors): This program matches students (aged 18 to 25) with isolated or lonely seniors.
- Community Initiatives: LINKages is taking a leadership role in the revealing of the tremendous value of IGPs through its LINK (Linking Intergenerational Needs and Knowledge) program.
- Rural Initiatives: LINKages supports and aids rural communities in the development of IGPs.
Volunteer Information
The Volunteer section provides information on the benefits of volunteering as well as the opportunities that are available to help in the connecting of generations.
More Information
The More Information section contains resources such as the Donations and Contact Us pages. There is also information about our sponsors.