Tag Archives: Serving Seniors

Intergenerational History Lessons–Guest Post

Posted on October 1, 2019 by lindseymcd

Guest blogger Joanne Corrigan tells how olders are sharing rich history lessons in an intergenerational setting. Many thanks to Joanne for this inspirational way to use Positive Aging picture books! When I discovered Lindsey McDivitt’s website, I was so excited! … Continue reading →

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8 Acts of Kindness to Share with Older Adults

Posted on February 23, 2017 by lindseymcd

Guest post: Doing Good Together, Minneapolis, MN, and A is for Aging have similar goals and values. Here they share “8 Acts of Kindness & Stereotype-Busting Service to Share with Older Adults”  Let’s all make time to celebrate older adults, whether … Continue reading →

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A Recipe for Sparking Conversations between the Generations: Little Free Libraries!

Posted on March 21, 2014 by lindseymcd

A.) Refurbish one funky cabinet using creativity and found objects         B.) Add FREE books C.) Place in a community setting in need of said books… D.) Encourage interaction between young and old If the books you … Continue reading →

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Serving Seniors? 9 Reasons to use Positive Aging books

Posted on November 18, 2013 by lindseymcd

Reason number one? A collection labeled “Honoring Older Adults–Positive Aging Books for all ages” sends a clear message to all, no matter their age—this organization respects elders. Recently I’ve noted that about one third of those following A is for … Continue reading →

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Little Free Libraries and Positive Aging Picture Books

Posted on October 21, 2013 by lindseymcd

Have you noticed? There’s a new phenomenon sweeping the world and it’s related to books! Real books. Lots of books. Free books. Perhaps it’s landed on a street near you? Little Free Libraries are cropping up everywhere—small boxes of great … Continue reading →

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Six Great Ways to Celebrate Grandparents Day (that don’t involve greeting cards)

Posted on August 15, 2013 by lindseymcd

I’m not sure how you feel, but the waning days of summer always hit me with a zillion regrets—the picnics not packed, the flowers not planted, the lakes where I never even dipped a toe. Well, I’m here to save … Continue reading →

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