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About us

We believe caring starts with friendships.

Gentle Generations is a youth-led initiative whose mission is to serve and 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.

NORC at the University of Chicago

NORC at the University of Chicago

NORC at the University of Chicago

More Than Money: How Loneliness & Isolation Color Older Adults’ Concerns About Aging

"When we think about loneliness and isolation in older age, our minds often go straight to social circles: who’s married, who has close friends nearby, who’s staying in touch with family. But new data suggest something deeper is at play—our sense of connection may shape how we view everything from our health to our finances."

July 2025, University of Chicago

Chicago Chapter

Chicago Chapter

Chicago Chapter

Three friends, sharing a desire to support the elderly, came together to establish the Chicago Chapter, creating a space for connection, care, and community across generations.

Grounded in empathy, implementing evidence-based approaches, and dedicated to caring of the elderly, the team at Gentle Generations is committed to walking beside the elderly that need us most.

Amir's mission is to bring kindness and joy to the elderly by spending time and engaging in conversation and storytelling.

Amir Zanzi

Chicago Chapter Lead

Amir's mission is to bring kindness and joy to the elderly by spending time and engaging in conversation and storytelling.

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Amir Zanzi

Chicago Chapter Lead

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Amir's mission is to bring kindness and joy to the elderly by spending time and engaging in conversation and storytelling.

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Amir Zanzi

Chicago Chapter Lead

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Chandler enjoys making a difference in the lives of others and get fulfillment out of seeing a smile on their faces.

Chandler Simons

Chicago Chapter Lead

Chandler enjoys making a difference in the lives of others and get fulfillment out of seeing a smile on their faces.

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Chandler Simons

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Chandler enjoys making a difference in the lives of others and get fulfillment out of seeing a smile on their faces.

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Chandler Simons

Chicago Chapter Lead

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As someone who has had grandparents in nursing homes, James has seen how lonely it can feel there.

James Diersen

Chicago Chapter Lead

As someone who has had grandparents in nursing homes, James has seen how lonely it can feel there.

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James Diersen

Chicago Chapter Lead

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As someone who has had grandparents in nursing homes, James has seen how lonely it can feel there.

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James Diersen

Chicago Chapter Lead

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Caring for the Ones Who Cared for Us First.

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Interested in starting a chapter?
Want to learn more? Conversations create connections.

Whether you would like to start a chapter or are interested in joining an existing team, we would be happy to connect with you. Send us a message and we will be sure to get back to you!

P.O. Box 11, Issaquah, WA 98027

There are many ways in which you can get involved.

Contact Us

Interested in starting a chapter?
Want to learn more? Conversations create connections.

Whether you would like to start a chapter or are interested in joining an existing team, we would be happy to connect with you. Send us a message and we will be sure to get back to you!

P.O. Box 11, Issaquah, WA 98027

There are many ways in which you can get involved.

Contact Us

Interested in starting a chapter?
Want to learn more? Conversations create connections.

Whether you would like to start a chapter or are interested in joining an existing team, we would be happy to connect with you. Send us a message and we will be sure to get back to you!

P.O. Box 11, Issaquah, WA 98027

There are many ways in which you can get involved.