Resources for Grandparents Day Partners
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This year, as part of our Grandparents Day – Do Something Grand Campaign, Generations United is urging all ages to participate in a series of activities that promote health for you, your grandparents, grandchild or grand friend.
We developed the following resources to support your promotional efforts. Be sure to visit this page on the days leading up to Grandparents Day for suggested tweets and Facebook posts to help us spread the word.
Facebook It!
Like Generations United’s Facebook page. If you are unable to post your own Facebook posts, please like or share our posts. If you can, tag us in your post. Below are suggested tweets for specific days.
Post now:
In honor of #GrandparentsDay (Sept. 9th), Generations United is requesting intergenerational immigration stories to possibly feature on our Together blog. Learn more #DoSomethingGrand
Our friends at Generations United invite you to #DoSomethingGrand in honor of #GrandparentsDay (Sept. 9). They’ve put together a host of ways you can get involved. Find out how at www.grandparentsday.org.
Encourage your friends and family, or help them, swap their regular Facebook profile or cover photos with one that includes their grandparents and/or grandchildren and keep it up throughout the week. #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand
Post on Sept. 4:
We remember the Caravan of Grandmother Heading to the Mexico Border to support migrating families. Learn more at https://goo.gl/m5q3LC #DoSomethingGrand #GrandparentsDay
Swap your regular Facebook profile or cover photos with one that includes your grandparents and/or grandchildren. #DoSomethingGrand #GrandparentsDay
The Supporting Grandparents Raising Grandchildren law will establish an advisory council who, among other things, will make recommendations on how grandfamilies can better access health needs for children in their care. The attached image shows why it’s important for grandfamilies to have access to vaccinations. Learn more at bandAGEofhonor.org #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand #bandAGEofhonor | Attached image: https://goo.gl/RjpeuD
Generations United is requesting #intergenerational immigration stories to possibly feature on our Together blog leading up to #GrandparentsDay. Deadline: Sept. 7, 2018. Learn more at https://goo.gl/2csUFV #DoSomethingGrand
This #GrandparentsDay, learn about healthy aging and intergenerational relationships in immigrant and refugee families. Access resource at https://goo.gl/4vUYvT #DoSomethingGrand | Attached image: https://goo.gl/k9JJsD
Post on Sept. 5:
Check out our Take Action Guide (https://goo.gl/hPJVrW) and plan an intergenerational service activity for #GrandparentsDay. #DoSomethingGrand
Have questions on how to end senior hunger? Just in time for #NationalGrandparentsDay, join @fractweets and @GensUnited to talk about ending food insecurity among older adults. September 6 @ 1:30 Eastern. #SNAPMatters4Seniors #DoSomethingGrand #GrandparentsDay | Attached image: https://goo.gl/udWngf
Do you know about community immunity? Use this conversation starter (https://goo.gl/JkACY7), which includes a game and activity, to learn how vaccinations help the community. #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand #bandAGEofhonor
With immigration in the news, it’s important now more than ever to remember that our changing age and race demographics are this country’s greatest assets. Learn more at https://goo.gl/M29fx5 #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand | Attached image: https://goo.gl/hpTfrJ
Don’t forget to swap your Facebook profile or cover photos with one that includes your grandparents and/or grandchildren @generationsunited. #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand (back to top)
Post on Sept. 6:
Strengthening Intergenerational Bonds in Immigrant and Refugee Communities. This publication includes strategies for engaging elders in #intergenerational activities outside their family units. Learn more at https://goo.gl/a6mxLr #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand | Attached image: https://goo.gl/VBn3rp
Grandparents are a positive force in families and communities. What better time than #GrandparentsDay for them to use their role to lead a conversation with a grandchild or grandfriend on the value of vaccines for all ages? Learn more at https://goo.gl/A8ZYRk #DoSomethingGrand | Attached image: https://goo.gl/SyVYBn
Our friends at @BridgesTogether are carrying the work of the organization Intergeneration Month, which initiated the recognition devoted to celebrating #intergenerational connections. They have three ways you can get involved. Learn more at https://wp.me/P2UDww-10i
This #GrandparentsDay, we remember @theiccmd & @Asbury.AnticipateMore’s Courageous Conversations, which was highlighted in our 2017 report w @EisnerFound: https://goo.gl/5kdfut #DoSomethingGrand #DoSomethingGrand | Attached image: https://goo.gl/4Nks5Z
You can still encourage your friends and family to swap your regular Facebook profile or cover photos with one that includes their grandparents and/or grandchildren. #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand (back to top)
Post on Sept. 7:
This #GrandparentsDay, we remember #GrandparentsNotTerrorists, a response to the travel ban not counting grandparents as “bona fide’ relatives. Here’s an article from that online campaign: “My Grandfather, My ‘Bona Fide’ Best Friend”: https://nyti.ms/2LAio2Z #DoSomethingGrand
Older immigrants and refugees are one kind of community treasure. Learn about promising practices that support intergenerational engagement of immigrant elders in meaningful roles: https://goo.gl/jVzeBA #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand | Attached image: https://goo.gl/R9e2sw
In this video, our friend friend, Tom Taylor, talks about health, his grandson and the importance of vaccines for all ages. Watch the video. #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand #bandAGEofhonor https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EBDB3frunAQ
@onegencares in Van Nuys, CA is an #intergenerational shared site where preschoolers learn Mandarin & Spanish, the teachers speak 12 languages; the adults enrolled in the day program hail from 24 countries. Learn more at https://goo.gl/Qbnoy5 #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand | Attached image: https://goo.gl/UCq6Ld
It’s not too late to show off your grandparents and/or grandchildren in your Facebook profile or cover photos. @generationsunited. #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand (back to top)
Post on Sept. 8:
Another piece from the #GrandparentsNotTerrorist series was on people opposing the travel ban by posting photos of grandparents to prove they’re not terrorists. Learn more at https://goo.gl/y1d7YN #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand
It’s not rocket science. Get a shot and protect your family for #GrandparentsDay! Wear the #BandAGEofhonor. Learn more at https://goo.gl/yM9jV2 #DoSomethingGrand
This #GrandparentsDay, start a family tree to help young and old relatives document family history. Learn more https://goo.gl/JRU2Gu #DoSomethingGrand
Use your Facebook profile or cover photo space to highlight a wonderful grandparent and/or grandchild. #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand (back to top)
Post on Sept. 9:
Happy #GrandparentsDay! Generations United’s strategic advisor, @TheJuanWilliams, wrote a powerful piece on how immigrant families, like his, sacrifice to become a part of the great American story. Read Juan’s piece at http://bit.ly/2IrzJol #DoSomethingGrand
This #GrandparentsDay, #DoSomethingGrand and sign up for Legacy Project’s Listen to a Life Contest, which starts today! Learn more at https://goo.gl/64Vojr @generationsunited
Encourage your friends and family to visit or contact their grandparents and grandfriends. #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand
Patient Listening examines communication breakdowns that occur as immigrant elders interact w healthcare professionals. The report concludes w recommendations for those who work w immigrant elders. Learn more at https://goo.gl/i9XkrM #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand
In Charlotte, NC, folks young and old were disgusted by the separation of families at the border. So they volunteered to help refugee kids at home. The program operates out of senior living facility. Learn more at https://goo.gl/PZ874z #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand
Continue celebrating Grandparents Day as part of Intergenerational Month! http://goo.gl/jKhWzL #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand
Honor your grandparents/grandfriends by swapping out your regular Facebook profile and cover photo with one of them. (back to top)
Memes
We have an image gallery with memes to support your outreach. (Click the thumbnails to view enlarged memes.) Download the images by right-clicking, then selecting “Save image as…” Please feel free to Tweet as well as post to Instagram and Facebook. (back to top)
Tweet It!
Be sure to follow and re-tweet @GensUnited or use the sample tweets below. We’re using the hashtag #DoSomethingGrand to keep the conversation going about all of the events surrounding grandparents day.
Post now:
In honor of #GrandparentsDay (Sept. 9th), @GensUnited is requesting intergenerational immigration stories to possibly feature on our Together blog. Learn more #DoSomethingGrand
Commit to #DoSomethingGrand for #GrandparentsDay. Check out these awesome ideas at grandparentsday.org
#DoSomethingGrand #GrandparentsDay [click here for accompanying image]
Post on Sept. 4:
We remember the Caravan of Grandmother Heading to the Mexico Border to support migrating families. Learn more at https://goo.gl/m5q3LC #DoSomethingGrand #GrandparentsDay
Change your twitter photo or help a grand friend change theirs in honor of #grandparentsday. #DoSomethingGrand too.
The Supporting Grandparents Raising Grandchildren law will establish an advisory council to make recs on how grandfams can better access health needs for children in their care. Learn more at bandAGEofhonor.org #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand #bandAGEofhonor | Attached image: https://goo.gl/RjpeuD
This #GrandparentsDay, learn about healthy aging and intergenerational relationships in immigrant and refugee families. Access resource at https://goo.gl/4vUYvT #DoSomethingGrand | Attached image at https://goo.gl/k9JJsD
Post on Sept. 5:
Check out our Take Action Guide (https://goo.gl/hPJVrW) and plan an intergenerational service activity for #GrandparentsDay. #DoSomethingGrand
Have questions on how to end senior hunger? Just in time for #NationalGrandparentsDay, join Food Research and Action Center and Generations United to talk about ending food insecurity among older adults. September 6 at 1:30 PM Eastern. #SNAPMatters4Seniors #DoSomethingGrand #GrandparentsDay | Attached image: https://goo.gl/udWngf
Do you know about community immunity? Use this conversation starter (https://goo.gl/JkACY7), which includes a game and activity, to learn how vaccinations help the community. #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand #bandAGEofhonor
With immigration in the news, it’s important now more than ever to remember that our changing age and race demographics are this country’s greatest assets. Learn more at https://goo.gl/M29fx5 #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand | Attached image: https://goo.gl/hpTfrJ
Don’t forget to switch your FB and Twitter photos w/ 1 of yr grandparents/grandchildren. #DoSomethingGrand #grandparentsday (back to top)
Post on Sept. 6:
Strengthening Intergenerational Bonds in Immigrant and Refugee Communities. This publication includes strategies for engaging elders in #intergenerational activities outside their family units. Learn more at https://goo.gl/a6mxLr #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand | Attached image: https://goo.gl/VBn3rp
Grandparents are a positive force in families and communities. What better time than #GrandparentsDay for them to use their role to lead a conversation with a grandchild or grandfriend on the value of vaccines for all ages? Learn more at https://goo.gl/A8ZYRk #DoSomethingGrand | Attached image: https://goo.gl/SyVYBn
Our friends at @BridgesTogether are carrying the work of the organization Intergeneration Month, which initiated the recognition devoted to celebrating #intergenerational connections. They have three ways you can get involved. Learn more at https://wp.me/P2UDww-10i
This #GrandparentsDay, we remember @theiccmd & @asburycomm’s Courageous Conversations, which was highlighted in our 2017 report w @EisnerFound: https://goo.gl/5kdfut #DoSomethingGrand #DoSomethingGrand | Attached image: https://goo.gl/4Nks5Z
Don’t forget to switch your FB & Twitter photos w/ 1 of yr grandparents/grandchildren. #DoSomethingGrand #grandparentsday. (back to top)
Posts on Sept. 7:
This #GrandparentsDay, we remember #GrandparentsNotTerrorists, a response to the travel ban not counting grandparents as “bona fide’ relatives. Here’s an article from that online campaign: “My Grandfather, My ‘Bona Fide’ Best Friend”: https://nyti.ms/2LAio2Z #DoSomethingGrand
Older immigrants and refugees are one kind of community treasure. Learn about promising practices that support intergenerational engagement of immigrant elders in meaningful roles: https://goo.gl/jVzeBA #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand | Attached image: https://goo.gl/R9e2sw
In this video, @GensUnited’s friend, Tom Taylor, talks about health, his grandson and the importance of vaccines for all ages. Watch the video. #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand #bandAGEofhonor https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EBDB3frunAQ
.@onegencares in Van Nuys, CA is an #intergenerational shared site where preschoolers learn Mandarin & Spanish, the teachers speak 12 languages; the adults enrolled in the day program hail from 24 countries. Learn more at https://goo.gl/Qbnoy5 #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand | Attached image: https://goo.gl/UCq6Ld
In honor of #GrandparentsDay, show off your gp/grandfriends in your FB & Twitter profile/cover photos. #DoSomethingGrand. (back to top)
Posts on Sept. 8:
Another piece from the #GrandparentsNotTerrorists series was on people opposing the travel ban by posting photos of grandparents to prove they’re not terrorists. Learn more at https://goo.gl/y1d7YN #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand
It’s not rocket science. Get a shot and protect your family for #GrandparentsDay! Wear the #BandAGEofhonor. Learn more at https://goo.gl/yM9jV2 #DoSomethingGrand
This #GrandparentsDay, start a family tree to help young and old relatives document family history. Learn more https://goo.gl/JRU2Gu #DoSomethingGrand
Ask your faith leader to mention #GrandparentsDay in a sermon. See additional ideas at http://goo.gl/FKPnQu #DoSomethingGrand
#DoSomethingGrand & help your grandparents or grandfriend switch their Twitter profile/cover pics to an #intergenerational one #grandparentsday.
Posts on Sept. 9:
Happy #GrandparentsDay! @GensUnited’s strategic advisor, @TheJuanWilliams, wrote a powerful piece on how immigrant families, like his, sacrifice to become a part of the great American story. Read Juan’s piece at http://bit.ly/2IrzJol #DoSomethingGrand
This #GrandparentsDay, #DoSomethingGrand and sign up for @legacycubed’s Listen to a Life Contest, which starts today! Learn more at https://goo.gl/64Vojr @gensunited
Encourage your friends and family to visit or contact their grandparents and grandfriends. #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand
Patient Listening examines communication breakdowns that occur as immigrant elders interact w healthcare professionals. The report concludes w recommendations for those who work w immigrant elders. Learn more at https://goo.gl/i9XkrM #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand
In Charlotte, NC, folks young and old were disgusted by the separation of families at the border. So they volunteered to help refugee kids at home. The program operates out of senior living facility. Learn more at https://goo.gl/PZ874z #GrandparentsDay #DoSomethingGrand
#DoSomethingGrand & continue celebrating #GrandparentsDay as part of #Intergenerational Month! http://goo.gl/jKhWzL
Honor your grandparents/grandfriends. Swap out your regular Twitter profile & cover photo w/ 1 of them. #DoSomethingGrand #GrandparentsDay (back to top)
Newsletters
Get Ready for Grandparents Day – Sept. 9!
Our friends at Generations United invite you to Do Something Grand in honor of Grandparents Day. Visit www.grandparentsday.org to get ideas and information on ways that you and your organization can get involved.
