May 6, 2025
Immanuel’s communities are home to a blend of generations – from the wisdom of the Silent Generation to the fresh perspectives of Gen Z. This year, we set out to explore the unique experiences, values, and stories that shape each generation by bringing residents and employees together for heartfelt conversations.
We’re excited to share our latest video series, Connecting Generations, Sharing Stories. This series captures intergenerational moments, diving into topics like fashion, values, and even dating advice. While years may separate us, we discovered that our shared experiences and connections bring us closer.
Name That Item
From the Greatest Generation to Gen Z, every generation brings something special to our Immanuel communities. But when it comes to everyday items—do they recognize them? 🤔
We put residents and employees to the test in a game of Name That Item! Watch as they try to identify everything from a Nintendo Switch to a manual calculator—some guesses might surprise you!
Teaching a New Skill
Every generation has something to teach—and something to learn! 
For the next video in our Connecting Generations, Sharing Stories series, we paired residents and employees together to teach each other a new skill. Watch as they tackle everything from crocheting and reading a map to making balloon animals and flipping a water bottle—you might be surprised by who’s learning from who!
Guess That Emoji
Texting today comes with its own language... and sometimes, it's all about the emojis! 👀
In our latest Connecting Generations, Sharing Stories video, team members asked residents to decode some of their most frequently used emojis. From 🔥 to 🤯, their guesses were heartfelt and hilarious!
Career Aspirations
Residents and team members take a walk down memory lane in our latest Connecting Generations, Sharing Stories video! 💭
From basketball star to nun, marine biologist to pilot, they shared their childhood career aspirations. The paths may have changed, but the heart behind them hasn't. ✨
Dating Advice
Residents and team members share from the heart in our latest Connecting Generations, Sharing Stories video. 💙
Whether it started online or on a sailing trip, their dating advice shows that love looks different across generations, but the connection runs deep. ✨
Fashion Trends
Style isn't about following the trends—it’s about feeling good in what you wear. 💃
In our latest Connecting Generations, Sharing Stories video, residents and team members celebrate the fashion that made them feel like their best selves—from bell bottoms to nurse uniforms and everything in between! ✨
Values We Admire
Some things never go out of style—like kindness, honesty, and respect. 🤝
In the next Connecting Generations, Sharing Stories video, residents and team members reflect on the values that matter most—and the timeless lessons we can all carry forward.
