Research Article Elders ’ Life Stories: Impact on the Next Generation of

which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. The purpose of this studywas to pilot an enhanced version of the “Share your Life Story ” life reviewwritingworkshop.The enhanced version included the addition of an intergenerational exchange, based on the content of seniors ’ writings, with students planning careers in the health sciences. The researcher employed a mixed methods design. Preliminary results using descriptive analysis revealed an increase in positive images of aging and a decrease in negative images of aging among the five student participants. Qualitative results revealed six themes that illuminate the hows and whys of the quantitative results as well as additional program benefits. Feedback from students and seniors helped to refine the intergenerational protocol for a larger scale study. 1