Connecting Generations
Q&Age
Intergenerational Programs
At Bupa Aged Care, we’re passionate about creating meaningful connections across generations. Our care homes offer a wide range of activities that bring residents and younger generations together in fun, engaging, and purposeful ways. Our residents have so many fascinating stories, life lessons, and experiences to share - all it takes is the right question.
That’s why we created Q&Age. It’s a movement that invites younger generations to ask older Australians the big questions encouraging meaningful conversations and helping bridge generational perspectives.
What is Q&Age
Q&Age connects students with the wisdom of older generations. By encouraging meaningful conversations. Q&Age aims to bridge the generation gap and highlights the valuable insights older people offer—through the simple act of asking questions and learning from one another.
Before turning to the internet, let’s tap into the real-life experiences of older generations. Ask them your questions, listen to their insights, and help bridge the generation gap!
Why Q&Age Matters
Research suggests meaningful intergenerational connection may support social connection, emotional wellbeing and reduced loneliness for older adults*.
Participating in Q&Age may also help create opportunities for:
Sharing perspectives – Encouraging meaningful conversations and shared learning between generations through conversations and storytelling.
Building understanding – Helping foster connection, curiosity and respect across age groups.
Strengthening community connections – Bringing together schools, care homes, and local community groups*
*Sources include the World Health Organisation (WHO), and the Campbell Collaboration systematic review on intergenerational activities and older adults.
Want to get involved?
Fill out our Expression of Interest Form to receive more information on how you can participate.
How Q&Age Works
Q&Age is a collaboration between Bupa Aged Care, schools, and community groups. It’s a flexible initiative that can be adapted to suit everyone, regardless of age or background. Here’s how schools, students, and community groups can get involved:
Students write questions to ask at intergenerational gatherings.
Utilise conversation cards to spark engaging discussion with seniors.
Organise a fun trivia competition between students and seniors.
Students interview seniors and create life story books together.
Collaborate on art projects or portraits to strengthen intergenerational bonds.
For Teachers and Community Leaders
Teachers and community leaders are integral to the success of Q&Age. By incorporating Q&Age activities into intergenerational meet-ups, lesson plans, or school activities, educators can make the most of this initiative and help students develop valuable social skills, gain new perspectives, and foster meaningful connections with older generations - enhancing both their personal growth and learning experience.
Want to get involved?
Register your interest today
Whether you’re a teacher, student, community leader, resident or older person, there’s a place for everyone in the Q&Age movement.
Fill out our Expression of Interest Form to receive more information on how you can participate.
Let’s celebrate the wisdom of older generations and inspire meaningful conversations.
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