Hundreds of minors aged between 6 and 12 will spend a week in continuous cohabitation with residents across 19 centers, 17 of which are publicly owned. The goal is to strengthen intergenerational bonds through leisure, learning, and coexistence.
The program includes recreational, creative, and therapeutic activities designed for shared enjoyment. Among them are workshops for making ice cream and badges, animal-assisted therapy sessions, traditional games, crafts, and shared readings, as well as intergenerational Olympics.
Beyond the educational and emotional value, the program offers a work-life balance solution for families during the summer, especially for children whose grandparents or relatives work in the centers.
“"They foster mutual exchange and enrichment, while also promoting active aging. It is an initiative of great value that has our full support and gratitude."
This program is part of the Active Aging and Dependency Prevention Plan, which aims to improve the health, autonomy, and personal development opportunities for older adults. In the Community of Madrid, over 276,000 seniors live alone, representing 25% of the population over 65, highlighting the importance of combating isolation.
Other intergenerational initiatives in the region include Grandparents' Day, the Gardens and Orchards Contest, the 'Letters from France' correspondence exchange, and the 'Your story truly matters' project. Madrid boasts the highest life expectancy in Europe, with an average of 85.7 years.
