Intergenerational Arts in the Nursing Home : A Handbook

Since the early 1970s there has been a surge of interest in using the arts as a vehicle to facilitate interaction between young and old. This handbook examines some of the programs that have been tested and proven effective. Because sources of funding have become less secure in the late 1980s and early 1990s, Clark examines other ways to support, maintain, and further develop these valuable programs. Educational programs based in the social studies, home economics, social skills, as well as the arts and language arts are described. To assist those hoping to implement similar programs, key components of successful programs are discussed in considerable detail.