The origin of IGET (Intergenerational East Troy) began after several years of community discussions and research that identified several wants from residents, one being a community center. Research indicated three primary areas. Seniors would enjoy volunteer activities, especially those involving youth and younger adults. There was little awareness of or accessibility to many of the social services offered in the county, and a lack of large activity/meeting space for community groups and families. With research in hand, the group was able to lease space from the East Troy School District, and the East Troy Area Intergenerational Community Center (known as IGET) was opened in 2019.

IGET serves with the intent of addressing these wants with a primary focus on providing intergenerational interaction opportunities and providing activities for all at no or minimal cost.

Our mission is to support the community in ways that make our area a desirable place to live through all stages of life. A goal would be to earn the designation of “Intergenerational Community of Distinction” from the Generations United organization.

Collaboration relationships include the East Troy School District, Aging and Disability Resource Center of Walworth County, Southeastern Wisconsin Workforce Development, East Troy Family & Community Resource Center, Citizens Bank, East Troy Manor, and The Heritage Senior housing facility.

IGET is a member of Generations United, the Wisconsin Association of Senior Centers, and the East Troy Chamber of Commerce