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THE GOLD PROJECT© (Growing Old Program)
     Our GOLD Project© is an innovative intergenerational program embracing growing older with grace and dignity. The GOLD ProjectŠ is a program which seeks to enhance a sense of awareness for children about the value of growing older by creating intergenerational opportunities in the classroom. Visits to classrooms provide opportunities for our elders to share their life's experiences with young people-helping to bridge the gap between young and old.


The Gold Project© is a treasure trove of wonderful stories, experiences, and relationships-it is our most effective tool in educating the community about Friendship Center's work with dependent elders and their caregivers.
The GOLD Project© is available to those who are interested in an intergenerational program in their community.

The GOLD ProjectŠ package includes:
  • A DVD
  • A step-by-step instructional guidebook
  • Forms & materials to adapt to your needs
  • Two hours of consultation with Friendship Center's staff
If you would like more information about the GOLD ProjectŠ, or to order a Gold ProjectŠ manual, please call the Friendship Center at 805-969-0859 or email to heidi@friendshipcentersb.org


Our special thanks to the Foundations that make the GOLD Project© possible:

Orfalea Fund

Wood Claeyssens Foundation

Venoco, Inc.

Friendship Adult Day Services

A non-profit tax-exempt agency
License #421701581
89 Eucalyptus Lane
Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Phone (805) 969-0859
Fax (805) 565-3828
E-mail: admin@friendshipcentersb.org
Web: http://www.friendshipcentersb.org