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Blog, Blether and Updates

Intergenerational work is often unsung - we would like YOUR stories.

If regular connections are made between older and younger people, and follow the principles of IG work....share it with all of us!

News of our next Meet and - coming VERY soon - plans for our Celebration and Learning event too!

Next Meeting: tbc

Autumn Gatherings

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September News.

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October News

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November News

Winter Warming Chat 2023

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Season's Greetings Festive December Blog

Image with bold orange sunset in background, grass and small flowers in foreground with large multicoloured numbers 2023 prominently placed on the grass. Words Happy New Year appear in above numbers, in the skyline, in multi-coloured letters.

February News

Spring Beckons

Maybe a little creative writing as an intergenerational project - or capturing life stories - or creating a brand new one together......

"Mad March" - perhaps all we need is a little Library Love in National Reading Month?

Inspiration Challenge: This month find 1 way to connect intergenerationally that links to communication and "sharing stories together."

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Looking back, to look forward

March News

Coming soon

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9th May 2023

Details coming soon - SAVE THE DATE

*Communities*

Pandemic ~ Seasonal Changes ~ Lockdowns

You're On MuteFilms sharing the experiences of twelve people, from three rural communities in Scotland, during lockdown.

Find out more here

Winter Lockdown - how do the winter months impact on communities in Scotland?

Loneliness doesn't care what age you are - it hurts regardless and impacts on health.

Every year, over late autumn and winter particularly, many in our communities experience a 'winter lockdown' - with many feeling particularly isolated and alone behind closed curtains.

With 'an epidemic of loneliness' in the UK noted, what can make a difference?

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A Legacy of Love

Communities and Covid-19: the insights & blessings.

CELEBRATING COMMUNITIES: Final Report

Prior to this project, DFEL received funding from Life Changes Trust to lead on valuable work, as all began adjusting to 'the new normals' post pandemic. The landscape was changed for so many, the experiences of lockdowns and their impact varied considerably, but all across East Lothian communities "stepped up" and worked alongside ELC / NHS or 3rd sector. People were cared for by neighbours and others in their communities - all ages and backgrounds - and this highlighted amazing stories and strength, understanding and important knowledge from and within our communities. Intergenerational inclusive approaches.

Library Love

Loving you, loving me, loving us - Library Love gathering exploring what is on offer and developing intergenerationally.

Dunbar Grammar does Intergenerational

Enjoy this peek into all the intergenerational

work at DGS with Kirsty and team.

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ELIGN 12 Days of Christmas.pdf

Ringing in the new year and wishing "A Guid New Year to A'body"

A NEW YEAR is upon us! 2023 is welcomed with open arms - after all, how else can you have a hug?

The ELIGN network has made lovely connections, growing awareness and focus on intergenerational opportunities.

In December we shared some simple ideas to end 2022 – together, with intergenerational opportunities and relationships at the heart. If you follow the Season's Greetings blog below or click on The Twelve Days of Christmas - you can enjoy Intergenerational Inspiration as we travel through winter and develop a great start to 2023, following 'the season of goodwill'.

You are welcome (and encouraged) to share these suggestions and ideas too.