Best Practice Corner

INTERGENERATIONAL VOLUNTEERING

Case Studies

There are a range of programs in the community that offer opportunities for different generations of individuals to interact. Many organisations facilitate specific intergenerational volunteering programs which can be through one of 3 approaches.

Seniors and youth volunteering together
Senior volunteer working with youth recipient
Youth volunteer working with senior recipient

Browse through the following Intergenerational Volunteering Case Studies to gain a greater understanding of the diverse range of intergenerational volunteering approaches.

BoysTown - MentorOne

	Age friendly environment
	Specific training and orientation
	Support offered by organisation
	Opportunities for older individuals to mentor youth

Bundaberg South State School and Rotary Readers

	Partnerships with local community
	Specific training and education
	Coordinator and school support
	Flexible approach

Wolston Creek Bushland Group

	Family friendly volunteering
	Age appropriate physical environment
	Collaboration with various stakeholders
	Diverse range of training & support

Stafford & District Meals on Wheels

	Socially inclusive culture
	Open communication
	Participation and hands on approach from management
	Innovative projects
	Partnerships & collaboration with community