Our Mission

We are Delaware's resource for mentoring and for other intergenerational programs.

We connect generations in ways that help children and adults build purposeful, fulfilling and self-directed lives.

Imagine a world in which the experiences and wisdom of all people—at all stages of their life—are valued and celebrated, a world in which no one is left behind and no one is left out, a world in which young and old alike reach their fullest potential.

Our mission is to make that world a reality. We are Connecting Generations. Connecting Generations (formerly Creative Grandparenting Inc, ®) was founded on the belief that a cornerstone of a healthy society is the presence of caring adults in the lives of young people. We believe and research confirms that the absence, for whatever reason, of the grandparent-grandchild relationship or, more generally, the 'community elder—young person' relationship, is the root cause of many of the difficulties facing young people today. This phenomenon cuts across both socio-economic class and racial divisions in America. It is everyone's problem.

Employing a unique intergenerational approach — the Connecting Generations Process — our programs connect the generations in a way that brings out the best in them. Our programs are designed to:

• bring the wisdom of experienced adults to bear directly on the lives of our children and teenagers,
• inspire experienced adults to renew their personal development and lead healthier, higher quality, and more publicly engaged lives, and
• encourage young people to conduct their lives with dignity and respect for themselves, their elders, and society.