A charity creating mutually beneficial partnerships between younger and older people.
Who we are
90 young people.
Where we're based
North Kensington, London
When we started
1997
How we started
The intergenerational project was set up in 1997 to create opportunities for young volunteers to support older people.
Our work
The Sixty Plus project works to overcome prejudices between younger and older people. Local sixth formers work as volunteers to help support older residents to remain independent. They offer reading and admin support to visually impaired older people, and tailored ICT and English language coaching to housebound older people. There is a strong element of mutual mentoring, and the project enables young people to develop their communications skills and confidence.
Future plans
In 2009 the Sixty Plus project merged with Age Concern Kensington and Chelsea. It continues to provide a range of volunteering services which benefit local older people.
Project website
When Constance sent her first email, it was so rewarding that after all our hard work she gained just a little bit more independence.
Young Sixty Plus volunteer
