Connecting Generations, One Visit at a Time
A student-led nonprofit connecting volunteers with nursing home residents through meaningful visits that build friendship, empathy, and joy.
Where Time, Compassion, and Connection Come Together
Based in Terre Haute, Indiana, we brighten the lives of aging individuals by connecting them with compassionate volunteers who offer friendship, empathy, and a listening ear. Through meaningful visits, we help combat loneliness while fostering intergenerational understanding through shared time, conversation, and genuine kindness.
How It Works
STEP 1
Sign Up: Complete the volunteer interest form and tell us your availability.
STEP 2
Get Matched: We connect you with a participating nursing home and residents who would love a visit.
STEP 3
Stay Involved: From time to time, members may be asked to participate in meetings or group check-ins to connect, share experiences, and stay engaged with the organization.
STEP 4
Make Visits: Talk, read, play games, do crafts, or listen to stories — and build meaningful friendships.
What Volunteers Do
Volunteering is simple — it’s about showing up with kindness and a willingness to connect.
Who Can Join?
High School Students
Community Members
If you have kindness to share, you belong here.
Why Volunteer
☑ Earn community service hours
☑ Strengthen college and scholarship applications
☑ Build leadership skills and opportunities
☑ Make a real impact on someone’s day — and your own
Your Time Matters
Volunteer weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly — even one hour can make a difference.
Meet the Founder
A Heart for Connection at Any Age
Founded by Johna Haltom at just 16 years old, Bridging Hearts was created with one powerful purpose: to combat loneliness among elderly individuals by building meaningful, intergenerational connections. Johna’s passion for empathy, conversation, and community is at the heart of everything Bridging Hearts does.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join Bridging Hearts Across Generations and become part of a community bringing connection and joy to nursing home residents.
