i.g.n.i.t.e. is a uniquely designed intergenerational program used solely at The Woodlands. The Woodlands is an Assisted Living and Alzheimer’s Care community located at 5380 East Broad Street in Columbus.
i.g.n.i.t.e. was created to enhance the lives of our residents while benefiting children ages pre-school though 12the grade with the opportunity to learn from and experience the knowledge and nurturing of an older generation, thereby igniting the fire of a lifetime of amazement with education and the wonder of life. We are proud to offer a wide variety of opportunities for individuals, classes, groups and organizations to partner with us. A few examples of previous projects have included: Pen Pal Programs, Choir Performances, Craft Projects, Book Creation, and Bible Study/Church Service.
We tailor each program or project to size and age of each group. We currently are excited to have one on one student volunteers through groups of 75. Healthy, peanut-free snacks are provided and each young group program is concluded with the reading of “Oh, the Places You’ll Go” by Dr. Seuss. We believe this book summarizes our goal of the i.g.n.i.t.e. program and has an inspiring message for all generations.
In addition to inviting the youth to our community, we also welcome the opportunity for us to attend programs at your specific location. Our residents have enjoyed theatrical and choir performances and art shows.
A special "Thank You" to our current student participants from:
Taylor Road Elementary
Shady Lane Elementary
Olde Orchard Elementary
Worthington Christian High School
Philo Junior High
La Petite Academy -East Broad Street Location
Girl Scout Jr. Troop #50753
East Columbus Christian Church
Bishop Hartley High School
Licking Heights High School and Elementary
J.L. Garver Circle of Friends
St. Pius
This paper quilt (above)was created by the 3rd and 4th grade students of Taylor Road Elementary and residents of The Woodlands to symbolize the weaving of the different generations. The t-shirts (below) were created by La Petitie Academy and The Woodlands to symbolize bridging the hands of time.
The Woodlands is proud to sponsor and associate with the Licking Heights Youth Association this year. We are the proud sponsor of one of the T-ball teams. T-ballers are 4-5 years old and our residents can't wait to attend the games. Watch this area in the future for team pictures!
October: Casino Night November: Thanksgiving Dinner December: Pancake Breakfast 
New Zumba Gold Exercise Program
become an activity of choice among our residents. 2010 will kick-off with bowling tournaments on the activity schedule and a new teaching class for beginners as well as an advanced class for the "pros"! 
from all of the yummy desserts our excellent kitchen staff prepares for us each day! 
Every Saturday at 1:30 p.m. join your neighbors in the big screen TV room and view our featured film with some delicious fresh-popped popcorn. 
