Hi, I’m Patti. Partners in Rhyme is a program I created that uses poetry to bring generations together. For the past 15 years, I’ve facilitated Partners in Rhyme in public schools, senior centers, and other community spaces. Several of the poems you’ll find here have been used in Partners in Rhyme sessions.
I’m a certified poetry therapist and group facilitator—though not a psychologist. My goal is to enrich lives through creative exploration of meaningful topics and to reduce loneliness by fostering intergenerational connection. I work with people of all ages in various settings, including schools, youth and community centers, libraries, assisted living facilities, and memory cafés.
I believe poetry is for everyone. When readers connect with a poem on a personal level, they often discover the joy and power that poetry can offer. If you’re skeptical about poetry (you’re not alone!), I hope the poems on this site will open that door and show you what you’ve been missing. Thanks for visiting!
Warmly,
Patti
