e-Bulletin February 2026
RESEACH INSIGHTS |
SPH Study Highlights Impact of Community Programmes on Digital Health and Social Bonds
Enhancing Older Adults’ Well-Being Through Intergenerational Engagement
A new study led by Professor Sophia Chan, Professor at our School, Senior Advisor to the President’s Office, and Professor and Director of the HKU Primary Health Care Academy, in collaboration with the Generations Connect (GC) Project research team, has recently been published.
This study focuses on boosting digital health engagement among older adults in Hong Kong. It explores the impact of community-based, intergenerational programmes on the well-being of older adults. The findings show that structured interaction between younger and older generations fosters stronger social bonds and improves emotional health for both groups. Importantly, the research highlights the role of mutual support and meaningful engagement in reducing social isolation among older adults.
By investing in intergenerational connections, communities can build a more inclusive, compassionate, and age-friendly society. We hope these insights will encourage further cross-generational initiatives globally.
The findings have now been published in the JMIR Formative Research. Click here to view the publication.
