Around the world, more and more places are integrating nursing homes with preschools.

And honestly — this might be one of the smartest and most beautiful decisions made in a very long time.

The elderly get joy, purpose, and daily contact with small children. The toddlers get to be seen, loved, and learn that older people are a natural part of life.

Instead of being afraid or uncomfortable when they meet someone with shaky hands or imperfect table manners, they learn empathy and how to help.

We should have done this from the beginning.

Better late than never — but let’s not wait any longer to do more of what actually works.

Pure win-win.

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