The pandemic has created a fear of aging. Stronger intergenerational bonds could fix that

Author Future of Good Team
Healthcare workers are actively seeking new ways to form intergenerational connections to create a more connected society.

Why It Matters

The COVID-19 pandemic has increased concern for the emotional wellness of older Canadians and the mental health of younger people among healthcare workers. Experts believe this has created an opportunity to leverage intergenerational connections to shape the future of elder care in Canada; if this opportunity is not taken, society will be left in a troubling disconnected state.

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