Increased skills and knowledge. Seniors learn about computer and technology innovations from young people, allowing them to keep more engaged in society. Older adults share their wisdom and life experiences to mentor the young adults about their values and life decisions.

Greater emotional and social intelligence. Young people who interact with seniors develop greater communication and social skills and a more positive self-esteem. Older people feel a greater sense of belonging and connection to modern life.

Renewed sense of purpose in life. Older adults feel less isolated and sense their continued usefulness to others and their community. Younger adults feel motivated to help and support older people and contribute to their wider community

Strengthened immune system. For both older and younger individuals, social interaction and physical activities reduce stress hormones and build the body’s natural defenses to fight off illness and disease.

Increased social interaction between older and younger individuals also brings out more smiles, which lowers stress, blood pressure and heart rate.