GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A combined senior living center and preschool is bringing joy to both the young and old.
Bethlehem Intergenerational Center in Grand Rapids, Michigan, cares for both 5-year-olds and 75-year-olds. The concept blossomed from a research project, according to WXMI.
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The facility has two wings, one for the elderly and one for the children. Every day, workers plan activities the kids and adults can do together. They also build in time for small group activities.
Today we had some of the preschoolers come to the Rose Room to color pictures and then we took another trip to Mel Trotter Park to enjoy the beautiful weather and beautiful friendships!😊
Posted by Bethlehem Intergenerational Center on Wednesday, August 2, 2017
“I know the little kids love having grandma or grandpa figures around, and they love having the grandchildren around,” said Rebecca Lopez, a nurse’s aide at the center. “It’s a wonderful program, and I see it going far.”
"This program is about engagement and relationship and sense of purpose and having a safe place to bring your loved one during the day," Sue Davidson, the center's director, told WXMI.
Friendship in the making. It's a beautiful site to behold! ❤️❤️❤️
Posted by Bethlehem Intergenerational Center on Tuesday, August 22, 2017
According to WXMI, a half day at the center costs $49, and a full day costs $78.
Read more at WXMI.
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