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Bring your little one(s) to Saint John’s on the Lake for a special intergenerational experience where children and older adults can play, learn and connect.

Our monthly 45-minute playgroups offer a welcoming, relaxed environment for young children to meet new friends while brightening the day of our grandfriends at Saint John’s. Through simple, engaging activities, children have the opportunity to learn patience and respect for older adults, how joy is contagious, and to build social skills while interacting with people of different ages and abilities.

The relationships that grow through these playgroups make this experience so meaningful. By participating regularly, children and residents have the chance to become familiar with one another and look forward to seeing each other each month. Our grandfriends truly delight in the smiles and energy our children bring from just being themselves.

Activities

Each playgroup follows a familiar structure to help both children and residents feel comfortable and engaged.

We begin with a hello song, followed by:

• • – Story
  • – Simple craft
  • – Themed activity
  • – Free play
  • – Goodbye song

Each month will feature a fun new theme and activities designed to encourage interaction between children, caregivers, and Saint John’s residents.

Impact

Intergenerational playgroups boost the social and emotional health for everyone involved by fostering empathy in children, reducing isolation in seniors, and strengthening a sense of belonging, purpose, and community spirit.

When & Where

Join us every month through the end of the year from 10-10:45 a.m.

• • – Thursday, September 24
  • – Thursday, October 22
  • – Thursday, November 19
  • – Thursday, December 17

Please Note: We are encouraging participants to sign up for the entire session if possible. If there are only a few dates you can make in the session, please indicate your availability during registration. Signing up for a session helps the residents see familiar faces and helps to ensure participation in our playgroup. We send out monthly emails with details. Please reach out with questions.

Saint John’s on the Lake – North Tower
Third Floor “Stratford Neighborhood”
1858 N. Prospect Ave, Milwaukee 53202

Parking: There are two parking lot options.

• • – 1858 N. Prospect Ave. (North Lot)
    Closest to the playgroup space; Limited angle parking on the ground level underneath the building (around 10 vehicles). Enter from Prospect Ave.
  • – 1800 N. Prospect Ave. (South Lot)
    Ample angle parking spots in a surface lot just south of the south tower. Enter from Prospect Ave.

Registration Information

Participant Cap: 25 volunteers

Age: 0-8 years old

Cost: Free

Materials: Bring your openness, creativity, and joy!

Questions: If you have any questions, please contact Hannah at hannah@kicmke.org. 

Cancellations: We count on our registered volunteers to make these projects come to life. However, we understand illness and emergencies do come up so if you can no longer participate, please email hannah@kicmke.org ASAP so we can fill your spot.

Our Partner

Saint John’s on the Lake provides a continuum of residential living and care options with dignity and compassion. They focus on wellness, personal growth, meaningful connections and a dynamic environment. Learn more on their website.