Explore the CEAL Intergenerational CallHub pilot project, a collaborative effort between San Diego State University and Meals-on-Wheels.
This innovative program, utilizing the Determined Health Connection 1st platform, creates meaningful social connections between students and older adults. Research indicates that just 15-minute social calls per week can significantly enhance mental well-being, foster a sense of belonging, and enrich the social lives of older adults.
Project managers Etta Thordarson, MSW, and Afrah Shah, MSW, along with special guest Dr. Scott Kaiser, discuss the importance of intergenerational relationships and social connections in reducing isolation and promoting overall well-being.