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Schneider, Sue; Brothers, Allyson – Journal of Extension, 2019
As the United States' population ages, connecting older adults to supportive resources is more important than ever. Colorado State University Extension has played a central role in implementing Senior Access Points, a program that delivers community outreach and education regarding aging-related resources available to older adults and caregivers.…
Descriptors: Aging (Individuals), Older Adults, Program Descriptions, Extension Education
Kaplan, Matthew; Greenwood-Junkermeier, Heather; Bradley, Leah – Journal of Extension, 2019
The Intergenerational Leadership Institute (ILI) is a yearlong certificate training program developed by Pennsylvania State University for older adults (55-plus) seeking new lifelong learning and civic engagement experiences and opportunities to contribute to innovation and change in their communities. Data from participant surveys and…
Descriptors: Leadership Training, Certification, Older Adults, Lifelong Learning
Jung, Seung Eun; Hermann, Janice; Parker, Stephany; Smith, Brenda J. – Journal of Extension, 2015
The Journey Through Health educational display was developed using the Health Belief Model and provided information on how the Dietary Guidelines Consumer Brochure messages can positively influence nutrition and physical activity choices to prevent or delay age-related changes throughout the body. The display consisted of 12 posters, educational…
Descriptors: Older Adults, Program Development, Health Education, Health Promotion

Duncan, Stephen F.; Foster, Ralph M. S. – Journal of Extension, 1996
Alabama Extension's Interdisciplinary Aging Team develops programs to assist older adults with quality-of-life issues and encourages volunteerism. A survey of 80 seniors identified their information needs and preferred information sources (television, professionals, radio). The information was used to adapt Senior Series materials and organize a…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Extension Education, Interdisciplinary Approach, Marketing

Krasny, Marianne; Doyle, Rebekah – Journal of Extension, 2002
Community educators in six cities involved youth in documenting ethnic gardening practices with master gardeners. Interviews with 29 educators, 28 participating youth, and 4 gardeners found that youth learned about gardening, developed positive relationships with elders, and enhanced skills. Implementing participatory research required more…
Descriptors: Action Research, Adolescents, Community Programs, Extension Education

Glass, J. Conrad, Jr.; Trent, Curtis – Journal of Extension, 1978
Three hundred Four-H adolescents were surveyed to determine their attitudes toward the aged and the relationship of these attitudes to selected personal and situational factors. Results showed that these youths generally held positive attitudes toward older persons. Those having a positive sense of purpose in their own lives held more positive…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Childhood Attitudes, Demography, Educational Needs