Birds of a Feather

Building trust and connection in intergenerational shared living through meaningful facilitation

Project Description
Birds of a Feather is a facilitation kit designed to address the intertwined challenges of affordable housing and senior isolation by fostering trust and empathy between homeowners and student tenants through HomeShare OC. HomeShare OC is an intergenerational home-sharing program for studentsH and senior homeowners. This program matches homeowners with available rooms to rent with college students needing affordable housing. Beyond establishing norms like basic chores, the kit offers activities that build positive relationships, combat loneliness, and encourage mutual care and understanding. Rooted in a care-focused approach, it provides a platform for co-habitants to connect deeply, reflect individually, and create a harmonious, intergenerational living experience.

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