These goals are the driving force behind the project. T o encourage local community service agencies to coordinate efforts targeted at improving the lives of youth and older adults. T o provide opportunities for older adults to develop new meaning and purpose in their lives and to contribute meaningfully to their communities. T o provide opportunities for older adults and youth to develop an appreciation and knowledge of each other. T o provide opportunities for youth to see themselves as contributing positively to their communities.
T o provide opportunities for youth to increase their sense of self-worth.
T o develop a process to provide positive adult role models for youth. T o improve the quality of life in local communities through intergenerational service learning projects.