Adopt A Grandparent Program At White House

Creating Meaningful One-On-One Relationships!

Beginning in 2012 the students of Seton Hall University have participated in the Adopt A Grandparent Program at White House. The program’s mission is to create meaningful one-on-one relationships with our residents, improving the quality of life of participants – seniors and volunteers alike.

This program successfully bridges the gap between generations. Amanda Cavanaugh, Assistant Director of Division of Volunteer Efforts at Seton Hall, was a regular volunteer at White House during her undergrad days. Profoundly impacted by the program, she went on to direct the program after graduating. “I always loved working with the elderly. Visiting on a consistent basis for over a year, I reallly got to know many of the White House residents well and appreciated their wisdom and humor”, she remarked. “Students gain a lot from this program and I have a solid group signing up year after year.”

Scheduled every Wednesday during each semester, these visits are one of the major highlights on our recreation calendar.