Intergenerational policy and advocacy work of generations united

During times of strained economic resources, social workers in the public health arena are challenged to promote innovative strategies that connect the generations rather than pit them against each other. This presentation will feature highlights from the work of Generations United, a nonprofit membership organization which brings aging and children's advocates together to raise awareness about the need for intergenerational policies. Relevant policies to be discussed include: those that support grandparents and other relatives raising children; the Social Services Block Grant, State Children's Health Insurance Programs; and multigenerational programs in the Older Americans Act. The discussion will include lessons from key advocacy strategies from collaborative briefings and meetings with congressional staff to grassroots campaigns and Capitol Hill rallies.