Bringing Midrasha Teens & Senior Citizens In The Community Together
Become an intergenerational youth ambassador! Are you looking for ways to make a difference in our community? Teens and senior citizens from the East Bay who are members of our partner synagogues cultivate friendships and meaningful connections.
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Midrasha's Better Together (B'yachad) intergenerational program is a hevruta (partnership) program between senior citizens and teens in our community. Better Together builds these connections through Jewish identity and heritage. This program is a journey and a powerful way to change the world through shared learning and growth.
Join us this year to connect, grow, and laugh.
Step 1:
Prepare Before Each Meeting
Teens will meet briefly before each intergenerational session to prep and discuss what they'd like to get out of and contribute during the session (about 30 minutes). We want each teen to be intentional and present with the senior citizens, so this prep time is crucial.
Step 2:
Have Meaningful Experiences With Elders
During these meetings, teens and senior citizens come together and utilize a variety of Jewish texts and resources that spark a meaningful discussion. This is an opportunity for teens to learn from another generation's perspective.
Step 3:
Leave With New Perspectives & Friendships
Not only do teens learn from the senior citizens, make new friends, and walk away with new perspectives and insights, but they also gain community service hours toward community service requirements.
Gain Community Service Hours
If you are in need of service hours, then this is a great opportunity for you to fulfill them. This project gives you hours toward community service requirements.
“Better Together broadens our capacity for empathy and cultivates a greater understanding of older generations.”
Averie Bleier
1 Meeting Per Month
Meet in person on Sunday afternoon or Monday evening according to your schedule.
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For 8th - 12th Graders
So that everyone has the opportunity to participate in this unique and meaningful opportunity
Program Dates
Choose either:
Sundays
or
Mondays
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September 8/9, 2024
October 13/14, 2024
November 3/4, 2024
December 8/9, 2024
January 12/13, 2025
February 9/10, 2025
March 2/3, 2025
April 27/28, 2025
May 18/19, 2025 - Year End Celebration
Program Cost
The program fee is $250 for teens/$180 for senior citizens to cover program materials and snacks at in-person events. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
Join
Better Together
Have questions about the program? Contact Devra Aarons at devra.aarons@ccmidrasha.com to learn more!