Pupils from Lewis School in Pengam have recently launched a new scheme which aims to bridge the generation gap.
The youngsters have organised a weekly programme of activities for people aged 50 plus to take part in.
The aim of the 50+ Lunch Club scheme is to build stronger links and relations between youngsters and older people.
Michael Oliver, assistant head teacher at Lewis School, said: “We are honoured to be able to provide this valuable service to the older members of our community, and our pupils have worked very hard to help make sure that our initial idea for the project was able to become a reality.
“I am delighted with the feedback we have received so far, and hope that our older community members continue to enjoy the 50+ Lunch Club for a long time to come.”
As well as a subsidised weekly meal, activities include Bowls, Scrabble, Monopoly, cards and dominoes, which both generations are able to enjoy together.
As part of the scheme, pupils are also producing a newsletter each term which is distributed to older members of their local community.
Councillor Lyn Ackerman, cabinet member for the environment, which incorporates community safety said: “I am full of praise for schemes such as this, which help bridge the generational gap between younger and older people, and help break down the negative stereotyping that both sections of the community are often subject to.”
The scheme is funded by the Safer Caerphilly Community Safety Partnership as part of the Welsh Assembly Government’s Reassurance for Older People initiative.