DOROT, a local non-profit on the Upper West Side, is offering three afterschool programs for kids and teens. These programs connect New York’s youth with seniors to create meaningful opportunities that can positively shape your child’s perceptions of seniors.
Interacting with older adults helps kids develop communication skills, positive attitudes toward aging, and a sense of purpose and community. Kids have fun and learn while giving back to their community.
A reading adventure for 2nd & 3rd grade students and older adults that nurtures children’s love of reading through a variety of fun and creative activities.
- Wednesdays, September 21 – December 14 (4:00-5:30pm)
An intergenerational chorus for 3rd – 7th graders and older adults that offers a creative experience for learning and singing a variety of Hebrew, English and Yiddish songs. No singing experience or Hebrew necessary!
- Tuesdays, September 13 – December 13 (4:00-5:00pm)
Students in 6th – 12th grades and older adults play chess together, share their love of the game and help build intergenerational connections across the chess board.
- Mondays, September 26 – December 19 (4:00-5:30pm)
