Coordinated by the Center for Intergenerational Learning and funded by a grant from the Pew Charitable Trusts, Time Out trains college students to provide companionship to older adults for short periods of time. During their visits, the students help engage the adults in recreational, social and physical activities, prepare meals and lend support to the caregiver. Students undergo intensive training, which covers such topics as Alzheimer's disease, physical disabilities, activities, communication and the role of caregivers. They also receive on-going training and guidance in understanding and meeting the needs of the older adults, their caregivers and families.
Hours are flexible and students are available for afternoon, evening and weekend visits.
For more information, call Susan G. Smith at Temple's Center for Intergenerational Learning, 204-6540.