Bridging Generations, Building Community
We enhance intergenerational care across Metro Vancouver through community-based, trauma-informed services — empowering seniors and youth to realize their full potential together.
Our Mission
To support individuals and families across Metro Vancouver to realize their full potential while strengthening social connections and reducing intergenerational isolation. We believe that when seniors and youth come together, entire communities flourish.
What We Do
Our programs are designed to meet the diverse needs of seniors and youth throughout Burnaby, Vancouver, New Westminster, Surrey, and beyond.
Health & Wellness Hub
A community hub where seniors and youth access primary care navigation, mental health counselling, peer support, and enriching social activities.
Learn moreHousing Navigation
Assistance with BC Housing applications, tenancy skills workshops, rent supplements, and transitional housing supports through Reaching Home.
Learn moreSubstance-Use Support
Trauma-informed harm reduction education, peer-led support groups, and culturally safe counselling aligned with Health Canada priorities.
Learn moreFamily & Caregiver Support
Respite care options, caregiver training, support groups, and referrals to community services to reduce burnout and strengthen families.
Learn moreCommunity Engagement
Intergenerational cultural celebrations, story-sharing events, volunteerism, and awareness campaigns to reduce stigma and build belonging.
Learn moreDigital & Life Skills
Workshops on digital literacy, chronic disease management, cooking, art, and music — where participants teach and learn from one another.
Learn moreA Trauma- and Violence-Informed Approach
We follow the Public Health Agency of Canada's principles to foster trust, safety, and healing in every interaction.
- Understand trauma and its impacts on behaviour and wellbeing
- Create emotionally and physically safe, welcoming environments
- Foster choice, collaboration, and genuine connection
- Adopt strengths-based, capacity-building approaches
“When we create spaces where seniors and youth can learn from one another, we don't just reduce isolation — we rebuild the very fabric of community.”
Bridge Generations Society
Metro Vancouver
Be Part of the Bridge
Whether you want to volunteer, donate, or access our services, there's a place for you in our community.