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Intergenerational companionship program (ICP)

Avatar: The Flossy Organization The Flossy Organization 11/02/2025 20:46
Idea Submission for The People's Money:
In this program older and younger New Yorkers will be matched for companionship. Some of the benefits are community building, empathy, a therapeutic outlet, addressing loneliness and life skills as well as purpose for all. We can see this being integrated to high school fulfilling culture and community service hours.
What is the problem your idea aims to address?
It to adjust the problem of loneliness and isolation with older and younger people
Which groups does your idea focus on? Select all that apply
Youth (under 24)
Older Adults (65 +)
Parents

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