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Description:
The senior sociology class traditionally examines issues related to the elderly in society through textbook readings. Students seeking greater understanding of the problems facing this population chose to relate to senior citizens first-hand. Students visited adult day care centers, senior citizen centers, and nursing homes. During these weekly visits, they played cards, exchanged stories, and witnessed first hand the concerns of senior citizens in today's society. In celebration of "bridging the gap between generations," the senior class and the senior citizens co-planned a Senior-Senior Prom.
Sector:
K-12 Sector
Area of Service:
Community Development
Area of Service:
Intergenerational
Area of Service:
Seniors/Elders
Demographics & Settings:
K-12
Demographics & Settings:
High School (9-12)
Geographical Location:
MA
Subject / Discipline:
Community Studies
Topics: Theory & Practice:
Community Development
Topics: Theory & Practice:
Intergenerational 
