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Newman, Sally – Journal of Children in Contemporary Society, 1989
The social service field of "Intergenerational Programming and Exchange" has emerged in response to the growing elderly population and problems of age segregation and decreased interaction among older and younger generations. This article presents a chronology of events and initiatives contributing to the growth of the field from 1963 to…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Age Discrimination, Age Groups, Aging (Individuals)
ReVille, Shari – Journal of Children in Contemporary Society, 1989
The potential interface between human development theories and intergenerational programing is explored. Erik Erikson's division of adult development into young, middle, and later adulthood, and Butler and Lewis'"characteristics of older people," are considered. Older people can offer help and encouragement to youth while themselves…
Descriptors: Adult Development, Adults, Aging (Individuals), Developmental Stages
Henkin, Nancy Z.; Sweeney, Sandra W. – Journal of Children in Contemporary Society, 1989
The application of a systems approach to intergenerational programs is described. This collaborative programing involves structured thinking about program development and problem solving. Components of the process of linking systems are presented, and some examples of local, state, and national efforts are described. Anticipated outcomes of the…
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Intergenerational Programs, Needs Assessment, Networks
Crites, Marsha S. – Journal of Children in Contemporary Society, 1989
Child development can be fostered through relationships between older adults and children. Children's social isolation resulting from demographic, economic, and social changes can be addressed by means of intergenerational programs. During four developmental stages from infancy to adolescence, older adults can play a significant role in…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Child Development, Child Rearing, Children
Moody, Harry R.; Disch, Robert – Journal of Children in Contemporary Society, 1989
Civic education is presented as a rationale for public support of intergenerational programing. In contrast to conventional justifications emphasizing life satisfaction and attitude change, this approach centers on citizenship and contribution to vital social issues. Models involving inner-city schools, public education, oral history, and urban…
Descriptors: Attitude Change, Citizen Participation, Citizenship, Citizenship Education