Students of the Dorson Community Foundation make monthly visits to various assisted living facilities to praise dance and entertain the residents. The students participate in a variety of activities such arts and crafts, reading, magical manicures, and makeovers. The pen pal program has been successful and has touched many elderly. The program also invites musicians of all ages in the community to perform together.

For seniors with internet access who are looking for an intergenerational pen pal program. These are children ages 11-15 who correspond with seniors in nursing homes, adult day care, assisted living, senior centers, CCRC or seniors unable to leave their homes. Letters are screened by volunteers. To get started simply email a letter to speede1212@aol.com and provide name of facility, representative name, phone number,address, email address, name of client. You can even have the senior begin the first letter. This is a great intergenerational program.

For more information call now 973-672-7691 (during office hours)