Upcoming Generations United Events

Generations United has an exciting lineup of virtual learning opportunities this November! Explore innovative models connecting students and older adults, discover strategies to make intergenerational practice a lasting part of your organization, and learn how thoughtful design can strengthen community connection through intergenerational housing.

Join us:

• Nov. 6: Shared Site Learning Network — Innovative school models connecting students and older adults in meaningful ways
• Nov. 13: Built to Last! Taking Intergenerational Work from Program to Practice
• Nov. 14: Plug-in to Care: The Intergenerational Balancing Act — Caring for Parents, Kids, and Yourself!
• Nov. 20: Intergenerational Housing Learning Network — Designing for Connection in Intergenerational Housing

Visit our events page to learn more and register for each event.

Don't Miss the Deadline! The Last Day to Apply for our Intergenerational Leadership Accelerator Program is October 31

Generations United, with support from The Eisner Foundation, is thrilled to launch the Intergenerational Leadership Accelerator Program, a fellowship designed for young leaders, ages 18–30, who are creating, leading, or supporting intergenerational initiatives. As part of the inaugural class, fellows will gain essential leadership tools, mentorship, and networking opportunities to strengthen their impact and champion collaboration across generations in their communities, programs, and professional fields.

Apply by Friday, October 31, 2025.

Read Generations United's Newly Released 2025 State of Grandfamilies and Kinship Care Report

Our latest State of Grandfamilies and Kinship Care report, "The Costs of Caregiving: Why Supporting Grandfamilies and Kinship Care is Good for Children and Our Nation’s Economy," reveals that grandparents and other relatives raising children save taxpayers more than $10.5 billion every year by keeping the children out of foster care, but they do it at great personal cost. 

The report highlights:

• National data on the economic and social impact of kin caregivers
• The challenges families face in providing stability and care
• Policy solutions that are cost-effective, targeted, and bipartisan-friendly
• State-by-state data on children being raised by kin

Access the report.

Read the Latest Issue of our Shared Site Networking Newsletter

Schools can be natural settings for intergenerational interaction to occur, yet the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, widespread ageism, and concerns about school safety have created barriers to school-based programming.

The latest issue of our Shared Site Learning Network Newsletter highlights examples of intergenerational initiatives that focus on Pre-K and K-12 grade education, including classrooms in senior living facilities, intergenerational schools, adult day care in a high school, and programs that engage older adults as tutors and mentors. Read the issue.

Recognizing National Family Caregivers Month

November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to honor the millions of caregivers across the country who provide essential care and connection to loved ones of all ages.

Generations United celebrates all caregivers, including the grandparents, relatives, and close family friends who are raising children in kinship and grandfamilies, and calls for greater recognition and support for their vital role in strengthening our intergenerational communities. Learn more about our work to support grandfamily caregivers.

Follow us on social media as we raise awareness of kinship/grandfamilies all month long!

Generations United's Latest Intergenerational Policy Update

The U.S. government shutdown is creating growing uncertainty for critical programs supporting children, youth, and older adults- including kinship/grandfamilies and intergenerational initiatives. Generations United is monitoring the situation to guide families and programs on potential impacts and ways to mitigate harm. 

Read our latest intergenerational policy update to learn more about the shutdown’s impact and how opioid settlement funds can strengthen support for kinship families. Read the update.

Want timely updates on key policy issues affecting youth, older adults, and kinship/grandfamilies? Sign up for our policy alerts.

Please Join Us for Our Upcoming Webinar!

Evidence-Based Kinship Navigator Programs: Which Federally Approved Model is Right for Your State or Tribe?

Tuesday, November 18 

2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. ET

Join us for a webinar featuring leaders from three evidence-based kinship navigator program models: Kinship Interdisciplinary Navigation Technologically Advanced Model (KIN-TECHTM) – Florida, Foster Kinship Navigator Program – Nevada, and the Washington State Kinship Navigator Program. Each of these models connects kin caregivers and their families, most of whom are not involved with the child welfare system, to critical services and supports. Each program has been found to be evidence-based by the Title IV-E Prevention Services Clearinghouse, and therefore they – and any other title IV-E agency following their model with fidelity – are eligible for ongoing, uncapped title IV-E federal reimbursement of 50% of all costs to operate the program. Several states are already following these models with fidelity and obtaining ongoing federal reimbursement for their kinship navigator programs.

We’re offering this webinar now to help more states and tribes select a model to follow with fidelity, and to prepare state and tribal public child welfare agencies, universities, and nonprofit organizations to apply for the Fiscal Year 2026 title IV-B competitive grant opportunity. That Notice of Funding Opportunity is expected to be released in February 2026 and will likely include the requirement to name an evidence-based model to follow.

Register for the webinar.

As always, the Network is accepting individual requests for assistance from professionals who work in systems or organizations that serve kinship/grandfamilies. Fill out the request assistance form to receive support from our team. Learn more and sign up for our monthly newsletter!

Grace Living Center

Grace Living skilled nursing facilities in Jenks and Norman, Oklahoma, have partnered with their local school districts to create intergenerational classrooms for pre-K and K students. The Jenks program was developed in 1999; the Norman classrooms were built in 2019. These unique classrooms enable students to experience daily interactions with the center’s residents, known as “Grandfriends.” Grandfriends serve as reading buddies with students and engage in activities such as Music and Movement Class, sing-alongs, dramatic play, and shared studies. The teachers and Activity Directors meet monthly with the Intergenerational School Liaison to plan age/ability-appropriate activities. Read more about Grace Living Center here.

Step Into Grandma's House: A Free Immersive Experience Inspired by Netflix's NONNAS

Experience Grandma's House, a free, family-friendly pop-up from 1Community inspired by the Emmy-nominated Netflix film NONNAS.

Opening November 15 in Los Angeles, the immersive installation celebrates the food, stories, and wisdom of real grandmothers whose recipes and traditions shape our city's cultural fabric. Step inside, share a bite, and rediscover the joy of connection across generations. RSVP today!

Register for Care Connections, a special Plug-in to Care Webinar Series from the Caregiver Action Network

This November, join Caregiver Action Network for Care Connections, a special Plug-in to Care Webinar Series celebrating National Family Caregivers Month 2025.



Throughout this series, the Caregiver Action Network will spotlight a key area of caregiving and share practical tools, peer insights, and expert advice to help you connect to the resources you need. Whether you’re navigating care for the first time or balancing caregiving with work and family, this series is designed to meet you where you are. Register here.

As Temperatures Drop, Respiratory Risks Rise — Vaccines Are Your Best Protection Against Severe Respiratory Illness This Fall

During the fall and winter seasons, respiratory illnesses like flu, COVID-19, RSV, and pneumococcal disease will circulate widely. Adults 50 and older face higher risk of severe illness from these infections. But there’s good news: vaccines can help protect you and those in your community. Don’t wait until you or a loved one gets sick — stay prepared and stay protected with vaccination — it can mean the difference between a mild infection and a severe illness.

CVEEP and the American Lung Association (ALA) are collaborating this respiratory season to bring you resources and tools to stay protected against severe illness. Visit cveep.org/vaccines-protect to learn about the importance of staying up to date on respiratory vaccinations.