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Senior Outreach · A community initiative in development
Every generation has
something to share.
A skill passed on. A story heard. A friendship that starts by making something together. Help Honahlee bring seniors and younger generations into meaningful connection.
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Why we're starting
Skills and stories
deserve a next chapter.
Our vision is simple: create opportunities for seniors and younger people to learn from one another through conversation, creativity, and hands-on projects.
A retired mechanic, a craftsperson, a pilot, or a grandparent may have a lifetime of knowledge to share. A young person brings fresh questions and ideas. Time spent together can make room for both.
Dave and Nancy are developing this initiative through Honahlee in Tenino, Washington. We’re inviting people who want to help shape what comes next.
What connection could look like
Something to make.
Something to learn. Someone to know.
These are starting ideas for future projects. We want to hear what seniors, families, educators, and community groups would find meaningful.
Share a skill
Explore model airplanes, practical skills, or a favorite craft together. Let experience and curiosity meet around a shared project.
Make something meaningful
Create a keepsake or collaborative project that gives people a reason to gather, contribute, and learn from each other.
Keep a story alive
Listen to memories, local history, and lessons learned. Explore ways to preserve stories with the storyteller’s permission.
We are gathering interest and exploring possible pilot projects. Activities, dates, locations, costs, and participation arrangements have not yet been announced. Contact us to join the planning conversation.
Who do you know?
A meaningful introduction
can be the beginning.
Seniors & retired mentors
Have a skill, story, or interest you would enjoy sharing? Tell us what you love and what kind of involvement feels right for you.
Families & youth groups
Know young people who would enjoy learning across generations? Parents, caregivers, educators, and group leaders are welcome to connect.
Senior centers & community partners
Help us understand the interests of the people you serve and explore a suitable project or introduction.
Project supporters
Have ideas, materials, relevant experience, or a possible meeting space? Start a conversation about how you might help.
Let’s begin with a conversation
Connect with
Dave & Nancy.
Tell us who you are, what interests you, and how you would like to be involved.
Prefer the website form? Visit our contact page, choose “Other,” and put “Senior Outreach” in the subject.
Email:
Joining the conversation does not register you for an activity. Please send only general interest and contact information; there is no need to include private health information or details about a child.
A few helpful answers
Before you reach out
Are activities open for registration?
We are developing the initiative and gathering interest. We will share confirmed activity details and participation arrangements as projects take shape.
Do I need a particular skill to get involved?
You are welcome to reach out with a story, an interest, a project idea, or a community introduction. Tell us what you would enjoy contributing.
Can I introduce a senior center, school, or youth group?
Yes. Please connect us with an appropriate staff member or group leader, or share this page with them so they can contact Dave and Nancy directly.
How will future activities be arranged?
Before inviting people to a specific activity, we will need to confirm the location, accessibility, supervision, permissions, and any costs with the people and organizations involved.