Intergenerational Club

Overview

Our Intergenerational Club, offered in partnership with the Gilbrea Centre for Studies in Aging, gives older adult community members and McMaster students the opportunity to learn from each other and share their interests and life experiences. According to past participants, this program also offers a great way to stay social, meet new people and learn about other people’s unique experiences.

Through the club, community members (55 years and older) and students meet in person for casual conversation, organized games and other social activities — giving everyone the chance to explore a variety of topics and activities together. Ultimately, this program gives students and their older adult conversation partners a chance to establish new friendships and learn from each other’s life experiences.

Where?

We meet on campus or in the community, depending on that month’s activity.

When?

Programming takes place every month from September to April.

Eligibility

Older Adults

Community members who are 55 and older can join the Intergenerational Club by signing up for the Gilbrea Centre’s SHARE Group

Students

This program is open to any student currently enrolled at McMaster University. It may appeal especially to students who are interested in community engagement, volunteering and leadership, healthy aging and working with older adults. However, even if your area of focus doesn’t include any of the above, the Intergenerational Club offers a unique opportunity for any student looking to meet new people in the Hamilton community.

Students can join the Intergenerational Club by contacting Mason McLeod

Contact information

• Phone: 1 (905) 525 9140 ext. 24449
• Email: mcleom14@mcmaster.ca