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Supporting seniors and connecting generations.

Caring for those who once cared for us.

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We collaborate with communities and partner with people to serve those that need us most.

Our Story and Mission

Because everyone has a story and deserves a space to be remembered, loved, understood, and gently embrace aging.

Munira was a vibrant and pioneering woman who aged prematurely due to a neurological condition. Still, she defied statistics and lived past predictions because she was surrounded by family and friends. In caring for their grandmother, her grandchildren gained personal insight into the complexities of elder care and the importance of companionship for seniors. Gentle Generations was founded in her memory.

Gentle Generations is a youth-led initiative whose mission is to support senior citizens. We foster connection between older and younger generations through creative and compassionate personal engagement programs based on neuroscience research and lived experiences.

Founded in 2020 by siblings Anushka Noori and Anshul Noori, we address social isolation and loneliness in the elderly community, because no one should age alone.

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23%

of the total U.S. population is projected to be over 65 years of age by 2050

1/3

of older populations globally are reported to depression

80%

of long-term elder care in the U.S. is provided by unpaid caregivers

Personalized and community programs support every stage of aging.

Our programs

At Gentle Generations, we offer a range of programs designed to support the mental and emotional well-being of seniors. Our programs are based on neuroscience research and lived experiences. Whether you are looking for support or want to offer help, we are a community committed to caring for the elderly.

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Lasting Letters

Compassion through Cards

Reading to Reconnect

Service Animals for Seniors

Music and Memory

Have an interesting idea for a program that will benefit our community? We would love to hear from you. Contact us - we are always open to new ways to help.

Aging and the Eldery

Because aging feels different when you’re truly seen.

At Gentle Generations, we do more than care — we create connections that last. Our approach blends evidence-based programs with deep compassion, so the elderly never feel like they are alone.

Depression in Elder has Health Consquences

Older adults who have depressive symptoms are significantly more likely to experience decline in physical performance over time.

Depression in Elder has Health Consquences

Older adults who have depressive symptoms are significantly more likely to experience decline in physical performance over time.

Depression in Elder has Health Consquences

Older adults who have depressive symptoms are significantly more likely to experience decline in physical performance over time.

Global Numbers

Globally, about 14% of adults aged 60 and older live with a mental disorder. Depression and anxiety are among the most common of these.

Global Numbers

Globally, about 14% of adults aged 60 and older live with a mental disorder. Depression and anxiety are among the most common of these.

Global Numbers

Globally, about 14% of adults aged 60 and older live with a mental disorder. Depression and anxiety are among the most common of these.

Lonliness and Mortality

In a 22‑year follow‑up of over 3,600 elderly people, those who reported frequent feelings of loneliness or who lived alone had higher mortality rates. Specifically, frequent loneliness increased the risk of death (after adjusting for age, sex, education, etc.) by about 20%.

Lonliness and Mortality

Our blog

THE THREAD: News, Events, and Updates

Here, you’ll find the latest news, community events, highlights from a few of our events and updates from Gentle Generations team.

Visits with Seniors

Oct 23, 2025

Celebrating with Cupcakes

Seattle Chapter - Supporting the art social for seniors at Sammamish

Visits with Seniors

Oct 23, 2025

Celebrating with Cupcakes

Seattle Chapter - Supporting the art social for seniors at Sammamish

Program Update

Oct 12, 2025

Kamran's on a Mission to Collect 1000 Pieces of Art for the Elderly!

St. Louis Chapter - Kamran, a 3rd grader is planning on collecting 1000 pieces of artwork for the elderly in his community!

Program Update

Oct 12, 2025

Kamran's on a Mission to Collect 1000 Pieces of Art for the Elderly!

St. Louis Chapter - Kamran, a 3rd grader is planning on collecting 1000 pieces of artwork for the elderly in his community!

Fundraiser

Oct 9, 2025

Walk to End Alzheimer's Oct 19th and 26th

As we advocate, serve and raise funds to benefit the Alzheimer's Association, we in invite you to join our team and together be a part of the solution.

Fundraiser

Oct 9, 2025

Walk to End Alzheimer's Oct 19th and 26th

As we advocate, serve and raise funds to benefit the Alzheimer's Association, we in invite you to join our team and together be a part of the solution.

Awareness

Sep 1, 2025

September is Healthy Aging Month

Many factors influence healthy aging.

Awareness

Sep 1, 2025

September is Healthy Aging Month

Many factors influence healthy aging.

Awareness

Aug 21, 2025

World Senior Citizen's Day

The day is intended to increase awareness of the factors and issues that affect older adults, such as health deterioration and elder abuse.

Awareness

Aug 21, 2025

World Senior Citizen's Day

The day is intended to increase awareness of the factors and issues that affect older adults, such as health deterioration and elder abuse.

Visits with Seniors

Jun 27, 2025

Ice Cream Social at Meridian Retirement Community

Southern California Members visit the elderly at Meridian Retirement Community

Visits with Seniors

Jun 27, 2025

Ice Cream Social at Meridian Retirement Community

Southern California Members visit the elderly at Meridian Retirement Community

Visits with Seniors

Oct 23, 2025

Celebrating with Cupcakes

Seattle Chapter - Supporting the art social for seniors at Sammamish

Program Update

Oct 12, 2025

Kamran's on a Mission to Collect 1000 Pieces of Art for the Elderly!

St. Louis Chapter - Kamran, a 3rd grader is planning on collecting 1000 pieces of artwork for the elderly in his community!

Fundraiser

Oct 9, 2025

Walk to End Alzheimer's Oct 19th and 26th

As we advocate, serve and raise funds to benefit the Alzheimer's Association, we in invite you to join our team and together be a part of the solution.

Awareness

Sep 1, 2025

September is Healthy Aging Month

Many factors influence healthy aging.

Our process

Caring begins with one small, intentional step

We know reaching out can feel overwhelming — so we’ve made our process simple, supportive, and focused entirely on you. Whether you're seeking to volunteer once, want to join our team, start your own local chapter or collaborate, here's how we walk alongside you:

Reach Out

Write us an email or book an appointment. We are ready to listen to what you have to say.

Reach Out

Write us an email or book an appointment. We are ready to listen to what you have to say.

Reach Out

Write us an email or book an appointment. We are ready to listen to what you have to say.

Begin

We carefully match you with one of our progprovide mentorship on volunteer roles. You can participate once or join our team - whatever fits your goals!

Begin

We carefully match you with one of our progprovide mentorship on volunteer roles. You can participate once or join our team - whatever fits your goals!

Begin

We carefully match you with one of our progprovide mentorship on volunteer roles. You can participate once or join our team - whatever fits your goals!

Grow

Receive tools and ongoing support tailored to your volunteer goals. Impact comes in all sizes!

Grow

Receive tools and ongoing support tailored to your volunteer goals. Impact comes in all sizes!

Grow

Receive tools and ongoing support tailored to your volunteer goals. Impact comes in all sizes!

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Still have a question?

01. Who do you serve?

We serve seniors in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and community settings. Some of our programs are also open to elderly individuals in need of emotional connection and social support.

02. How can we request support for a senior?

03. Are Your Services Free?

04. Can our organization collaborate with you?

01. Who do you serve?

We serve seniors in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and community settings. Some of our programs are also open to elderly individuals in need of emotional connection and social support.

02. How can we request support for a senior?

03. Are Your Services Free?

04. Can our organization collaborate with you?

01. Who do you serve?

We serve seniors in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and community settings. Some of our programs are also open to elderly individuals in need of emotional connection and social support.

02. How can we request support for a senior?

03. Are Your Services Free?

04. Can our organization collaborate with you?

Questions? Want to learn more? Conversations create connections.

Whether you are looking for support for yourself or somebody else, or would like to join our team or just help out once, we would be happy to connect with you. If an appointment is not available, write us an email and we will be sure to get back to you!

gentlegenerations.team@gmail.com

P.O. Box 11, Issaquah, WA 98027

We would love to chat with you.

Questions? Want to learn more? Conversations create connections.

gentlegenerations.team@gmail.com

P.O. Box 11, Issaquah, WA 98027

We would love to chat with you.

Questions? Want to learn more? Conversations create connections.

gentlegenerations.team@gmail.com

P.O. Box 11, Issaquah, WA 98027

We would love to chat with you.

Testimonials

Real words from real people we've connected with.

Every story is different — but each one is a reminder that caring is possible, and nobody has to age alone. Here’s what some of our friends shared about their journey with Gentle Generations.

"Inspired by their journey"

So excited to invite our friends at Gentle Generations back tomorrow. This dynamic pair founded Gentle Generations, a youth-led nonprofit determined to eliminate loneliness in elderly communities, inspired by their journey with their own grandmother!

Carrie Rubenstein, MD

Swedish Family Medicine - First Hill Geriatric Medicine Fellowship Director

"I feel remembered."

Holidays are the hardest. Many of my friends have passed, and I don’t have family nearby. But last December I recieved a handmade card from Gentle Generations. I cried. Not because I was sad, but because I felt so touched that someone remembered I was still here. It made my entire year.

Dolores, 89

"You can’t put a price on kindness."

At my age, you start to feel like the world has moved on without you. I was always independent, but after a fall, everything changed. I was a different person. Sad most days. I remember one day there was a painting on my bed and the title said, "The world is a better place with you in." It made me smile. my bed. It was written by a young I needed help. The people from the organization helped me get a walker, but they also took the time to sit and have tea with me. They remembered my stories, asked how I was really doing. That kind of kindness can’t be bought. It made me feel like I still matter.

George, 86

"Inspired by their journey"

Carrie Rubenstein, MD

Swedish Family Medicine - First Hill Geriatric Medicine Fellowship Director

"I feel remembered."

Dolores, 89

"Inspired by their journey"

Carrie Rubenstein, MD

Swedish Family Medicine - First Hill Geriatric Medicine Fellowship Director

"I feel remembered."

Dolores, 89

"Breathes new life into our residents"

Gentle Generations breathes new life into our residents. It is so wonderful to see the young and the old come together and build relationships."

Aegis Living, Care Taker

Issaquah, WA

"Made me a better person"

Volunteering with the residents completely changed how I see older people. When I first started reading stories over Zoom, I didn’t know if anyone was even listening. But then I got a thank-you card from one of the residents, and it said, 'Your voice makes the room feel warm.' That stuck with me.

Volunteer, 14

"They helped me grow"

I used to think I was the one helping them, but really—they helped me grow. I learned how to listen better, how to be more confident, and how important it is to care for people that are old.

Volunteer, 15

"You can’t put a price on kindness."

George, 86

"Breathes new life into our residents"

Gentle Generations breathes new life into our residents. It is so wonderful to see the young and the old come together and build relationships."

Aegis Living, Care Taker

Issaquah, WA

"You can’t put a price on kindness."

George, 86

"Breathes new life into our residents"

Gentle Generations breathes new life into our residents. It is so wonderful to see the young and the old come together and build relationships."

Aegis Living, Care Taker

Issaquah, WA

"I love the short stories"

"Such a great time! I love the short stories every week. Huge round of applause to Gentle Generations."

Aegis Resident

Issaquah, WA

"Uplifting stories"

"It is so fantastic to hear uplifting stories and to see a bright smile on the screen!"

Aegis Resident

Issaquah, WA

"Made me a better person"

Volunteer, 14

"They helped me grow"

I used to think I was the one helping them, but really—they helped me grow. I learned how to listen better, how to be more confident, and how important it is to care for people that are old.

Volunteer, 15

"Made me a better person"

Volunteer, 14

"They helped me grow"

I used to think I was the one helping them, but really—they helped me grow. I learned how to listen better, how to be more confident, and how important it is to care for people that are old.

Volunteer, 15