Emily Lerner came up with the idea to pair students with older adults living in assisted living facilities in the Ann Arbor area.
They meet weekly, and, over the years, many have forged lasting friendships.
Since then, Perfect Pair has expanded to 35 campuses in 23 states, and more than 40 “pairs” meet on a regular basis.
A new grant from the Government Employees Health Association, Inc. will help the nonprofit strengthen its current chapters in Ann Arbor, Boston, Columbus, Denver and Seattle and launch new chapters in Baltimore, Washington, D.C., Miami, Phoenix and Salt Lake City.
