• Loneliness of elders in nursing homes and assisted living - 60% of nursing home residents receive no personal visits
• Ageism towards older adults - More than 9 of 10 adults ages 50 to 80 years report experiencing 1 or more forms of ageism regularly
• Bullying - 90% of US Elementary students and 28% of students in grades 6-12 experience bullying
• Many youth lack Social Emotional Intelligence - SEI involves being able to recognize one's own and others' emotions
• Many healthcare providers receive insufficient training in geriatric care

Bessie’s Hope Legacy is a non-profit organization created in 2023 to carry forward and expand the work of Bessie’s Hope with the aim of reaching more people through digital training. Established in 1993, Bessie’s Hope was a unique, well-respected and award-winning organization for 30 years in the fields of intergenerational programs, senior services, youth services, volunteerism, and community service.