EP 102: When Kids are Afraid of Visiting Senior Living Communities
Dec 18, 2025
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In this episode, I share why caregiving and aging have taught me so much about the power of intergenerational connection, especially during the holidays. I talk about what I’ve learned from bringing kids into senior living communities whether through a holiday caravan, community service, or simple family activities and how we can help children overcome fear and uncertainty when visiting seniors. I also share why patience matters, and how meaningful relationship building takes time, trust, and repeated moments of showing up. My hope is to give you practical encouragement to help kids and seniors connect in ways that feel joyful, respectful, and lasting.
Highlights:
00:00 - Introduction to the Value of Wrinkles Podcast
00:27 - The Importance of Visiting Senior Living Communities
01:30 - Overcoming Kids' Fear of Senior Visits
04:04 - Building Comfort and Patience in Kids
09:08 - Task-Oriented Engagement for Kids
12:31 - Closing Thoughts and Future Plans
Resources mentioned:
- GKI Holiday Caravan - https://www.valueofwrinkles.com/hckids
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