Uniting Generations
Multigenerational relationships are integral to the Village’s mission of inclusiveness and wellbeing, and we are committed to building age-integrated workplaces and communities.
The Village Chicago’s innovative intergenerational programs provide opportunities for people of all ages to work together, socialize, and learn from one another to build healthier, more productive lives. Our three signature intergenerational programs not only create meaningful connections between younger and older adults, they also contribute towards building more age-inclusive workplaces and communities.
The Bridging Generations Board
Launched in 2019, The Bridging Generations Board is a group of young adults who firmly believe in the importance of multigenerational relationships at work and in the community. The events they have organized include book and short story discussions; intergenerational dinners and happy hours, community volunteerism, trivia nights, and more. Look for ‘The Bridging Generations Board’ in our calendar listings to join an upcoming event!
Turn the Page on Age
Imagine a world in which everyone’s abilities are accepted at face value; where skills and strengths are appreciated and utilized without reservation; and where no one is excluded because they are too young, or too old. That’s a world that has “turned the page on age.” With funding from the RRF Foundation, The Village Chicago and Chicago Innovation have teamed up to help dismantle age bias with an exciting city-wide campaign, “Turn the Page on Age.” The campaign culminates in Uniting Generations, an awards ceremony for individuals and organizations combating ageism, and an intergenerational panel discussion that features leaders across the age spectrum discussing how intergenerational collaboration fuels innovation.
Ageless Innovators
In partnership with the Chicago Innovation Foundation, this program pairs younger and older business leaders for a six-month co-mentoring program. Participants not only share interests, unique insights and problem solving skills, but they also are developing best practices that their companies can employ for building highly productive and engaging work groups. Click here to learn more and join the next cohort!
Meet the Co-Chairs
Pictured below are the Steering Committee of the Bridging Generations Board.
Dominic DiPuccio
Chief Executive Officer
Liz Metzger
Chief Executive Officer