Guest Editors: Shannon E. Jarrott, PhD, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Matthew S. Kaplan, PhD, Pennsylvania State University
Sheri Y. Steinig, MSW, Generations United

Special Issue Rate: US$25

From the introduction...
Shared site programs are those where youth and elders receive ongoing services concurrently in a single site. Whereas we began our editorial journey with a focus on some of the more common models, such as child care centers co-located with nursing homes or adult day services facilities, our definition of shared site intergenerational programs was challenged with this special issue. We found that our definition did not necessarily apply across all countries and cultures. Rather, the authors challenged us to expand our view to include shared spaces in outdoor settings, work environments, and individuals' homes.

In addition to research, this special issue of JIR includes eight program profiles that capture a wealth of innovation with regard to building intergenerational relationships and creating pathways for civic engagement and a shared sense of community. From Hawaii to Virginia, we share stories of shared site programs that have evolved to harness rich community resources to meet human needs, even in times of significant economic challenge.

Special Issue Contents

Introduction

Shared Sites: Avenues for Sharing Space, Place, and Life Experience across Generations,
Shannon E. Jarrott, Matthew S. Kaplan, and Sheri Y. Steinig

Advancing the Field

Intergenerational Cities: A Framework for Policies and Programs, Willem van Vliet
Montessori-Based Activities as a Transgenerational Interface for Persons with Dementia and Preschool Children, Cameron J. Camp and Michelle M. Lee

Research

Much More Than Accommodation in Exchange for Company: Dimensions of Solidarity in an Intergenerational Homeshare Program in Spain, Mariano Sánchez, José M. García, Pilar Díaz, and Mónica Duaigües

A Model of Intergenerativity: How the Intergenerational School is Bringing the Generations Together to Foster Collective Wisdom and Community Health, Daniel George, Catherine Whitehouse, and Peter Whitehouse

The Meadows School Project: Case Study of a Unique Shared Site Intergenerational Program, Arlene J. Carson, Karen M. Kobayashi, and Valerie S. Kuehne

Creating Community Capacity at a Shared Site Intergenerational Program: 'Like a Barefoot Climb up a Mountain', Shannon E. Jarrott, Matthew M. Morris, Audrey J. Burnett, Dana Stauffer, Andrew S. Stremmel, and Christina M. Gigliotti

Preschool Children's Attitudes Toward Older Adults: Comparison of Intergenerational and Traditional Day Care, Janna C. Heyman, Irene A. Gutheil, and Linda White-Ryan

From the Field/Program Files

Intergenerational Shared Sites in Hawaii, Mae Mendelson, Charles E. Larson, and Heather Greenwood

The Child Resiliency Program at Hope Meadows, Elissa Thomann Mitchell

Combining the Young and the Young at Heart: Innovative, Intergenerational Programming throughout the Continuum of Long-Term Care, Kathy Black

JEWEL: Joining Elders with Early Learners, Pierina Bellamy and Dawn Meyerski

Easter Seals' Intentional and Integrated Intergenerational Center: Creating a Community That Embraces the Integration and Inclusion of all Generations and Abilities, Marilyn Ricker

Our Days in the Age-to-Age Classroom Are Filled With Learning: Learning About Concepts That Make a Difference, Sherri Chittum

Project N.O.I.S.E.E.: Intergenerational Laughter, Squeals and Giggles, Janet Listokin

Jefferson Area Board for Aging Intergenerational Programs in Development, Cheryl Cooper