"My service-learning project was working with older adults in the community to address social isolation and loneliness. As the project progressed it became more about trying to provide older adults with an opportunity to share their experiences and stories as a means of addressing social isolation."
"I think I did a great job of allowing others the space and opportunity to share those experiences that they value. Similarly, I feel accomplished in my ability to help bridge the gap between an older generation and younger generation."
"For some individual that have moved and traveled a lot, they might not remember every place they have been, and any memories associated with it. I should not assume that every memory is musical. It is for me because that is how my brain works and how I process information, but it isn’t for others."
"In addressing social isolation of older adults, I started to love the idea of having multiple means for older adults to express their stories, photos, memories, and experiences. This led me to wanting to delve deeper into my understanding of the shared experiences of older adults and younger generation."
"This service-learning project was designed in a way where I felt challenged to come up with new ways to make memories, stories, and experiences more accessible for those sharing them and for younger generation family members that are potentially learning about them."
"Recognizing both the similarities and differences and utilizing music as a connection between younger and older generations could be helpful in improving the younger members’ perspective of the world and helpful for the older adult to alleviate their social isolation."
"I’ve really enjoyed getting to learn about older adults in the community and I’m thankful for the opportunity to hear some of their experiences while also learning and broadening my worldview. I look forward to wherever this takes me next."
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