Intergenerational

Intergenerational programming is offered at many senior centers.

Intergenerational programs help bridge generations, positively impacting the lives of older New Yorkers. The Department for the Aging (DFTA) has two intergenerational programs; Grandparent Resource Center and Foster Grandparent program.  

Kinship Care

If you are an older adult with primary caregiver responsibilities for your grandchild or another young relative, the Department for the Aging's Grandparent Resource Center can help you adjust to your role as a kinship caregiver. Grandparent Resource Center services include:

• Workshops on legal issues, benefits and entitlements, nutrition, budgeting, and other topics
• Referrals and information
• Peer support groups and guidance on starting individual groups
• Expanded outreach at Mayor's Action Plan for Neighborhood Safety sites
• Parenting a Second Time Around classes
• "Grandparent sensitivity training" for professionals

Call 311 to reach the Grandparent Resource Center.

Resources

• New York State Kinship Navigator
• Osborne Association

Foster Grandparent Program

The Foster Grandparent Program is a volunteer-based program that offers New Yorkers age 55+ who meet income eligibility requirements a paid non-taxable stipend to serve as mentors, tutors, and caregivers for children and youth with special and exceptional needs. 

• Volunteers serve a minimum of 15 hours per week
• Volunteers are placed in a variety of community settings, such as Head Start Programs, day care centers, schools, hospitals and, family courts.

If you are interested in being a Foster Grandparent volunteer, contact Aging Connect at 212-AGING-NYC (212-244-6469).

Resources

• AmeriCorps Seniors