Students from University of St. Francis in Joliet create intergenerational project for seniors at Timbers of Shorewood

Freshman and sophomore students from the University of St. Francis (USF) prepared and executed an intergenerational painting and drawing project with seniors from The Timbers of Shorewood Senior Living on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at the Timbers of Shorewood, 1100 N River Rd, Shorewood.

The project with the Timbers is part of the Recreation and Sports Management department at St. Francis, and the course title is “Program Design and Leadership.

“Students majoring in Recreation and Sport Management had another successful year of events at The Timbers, thanks to Amy Odell’s support throughout the semester,” said Associate Professor Jessica Monu, Ph.D. “The April project involved USF students who designed and implemented two different events at The Timbers. The first focused on getting the seniors outdoors and active with a variety of games. The second event focused on intergenerational coloring with a Spring theme.”

From the university’s website: “Recreation and leisure are essential for strong communities and satisfying lifestyles. USF’s Recreation and Sport Management program prepares students for rewarding careers in fields that provide meaningful leisure in a variety of settings.”

“The program the students planned had the residents using their creativity and had them sharing their favorite springtime memories while listening to their favorite oldies,” said Amy Odell, director of activities at the Timbers of Shorewood. “We love doing Intergenerational activities at the Timbers, whether it’s with kids, teens, or young adults, seniors get so much joy from being with multiple generations.”

Located in Joliet, University of St. Francis is a Catholic liberal arts college that strives to prepare adults to contribute to the world through service and leadership.

The Timbers of Shorewood Senior Living is a rental retirement community that provides senior independent living and assisted living apartments and a full schedule of activities and services. Residents whose needs may change are able to stay in the same place and receive appropriate and compassionate care. Furnished apartments are also available for short-term stays.

For more information, call (815) 609-0669.

USF Students Photo Gallery