About AIBŌ Buddies.
AIBŌ Buddies are friendly young people, aged 18-30, who bring companionship, conversation, and a fresh spark of energy into the lives of older people in their local community. They come from a range of backgrounds: from students, to creatives, to young professionals - all united by a genuine passion for connecting with older generations, learning from them & making their day brighter.
Their role is to essentially be like a grandchild going over to visit!
Their role is to essentially be like a grandchild going over to visit!
Who Are AIBŌ
Buddies?
Local young people aged between 18–30.
Kind, intuitive and open-minded people.
Those wanting to connect and learn from elders.
Good listeners who genuinely love a story.
What is the screening process?
Every Buddy has:
✔ Basic DBS check.
✔ ID check.
✔ Reference check.
✔ Screening call.
Throughout the AIBŌ process, an initial, in-person free meet-up is arranged before any future visits are confirmed so that you get to really know the Buddy before anything is confirmed (and so that the Buddy can get to know you and their potential elder Buddy!).
Why Young with Old? The Intergenerational Benefits.
There is a multitude of research which shows the benefits of intergenerational connection. Some of the benefits include (tip: click each benefit to be redirected to the study!):
Improves Mental Health: Read Article
Boosts Physical Health & Activity: Read Article
Reduces Loneliness & Isolation: Read Article
Improves Overall Well-being & Purpose: Read Article
Enhances Cognitive Function: Read Article
Why Young with Old? The Intergenerational Benefits.
There is a multitude of research which shows the benefits of intergenerational connection. Some of the benefits include (tip: click each benefit to be redirected to the study!):
Improves Mental Health: Read Article
Boosts Physical Health & Activity: Read Article
Reduces Loneliness & Isolation: Read Article
Improves Overall Well-being & Purpose: Read Article
Enhances Cognitive Function: Read Article
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