<![CDATA[Stunting remains a public health problem in Indonesia that requires a family-based approach. Grandmothers often serve as the primary caregivers of grandchildren, particularly when parents work; however, caregiving practices passed down through generations may not always align with current health recommendations. This community service program aimed to implement the NEKAT (“Nenek Kuat” or “Strong Grandmother”) Program as a pilot project to strengthen the role of participants of the Elderly-Friendly Indonesia (Indonesia Ramah Lansia, IRL) Senior School in West Java in responsive caregiving for stunting prevention. The program used a Community-Based Participatory Approach (CBPA) and was carried out in August–September 2026, with the face-to-face session held on 16 August 2026 at Rumah Lansia Kita, Bandung. Activities included a needs assessment, interactive education, demonstration and practice simulation, and follow-up support through a WhatsApp group. An initial assessment of 30 participants (aged 59–79 years; mean 67.9 years) showed that 73.3% had cared for grandchildren, 63.3% interacted with them daily, and 63.3% reported disagreements with their adult children about child-rearing. Regarding family myths and beliefs, 20.0% of participants reported specific beliefs or practices, including giving bananas before six months of age, while 43.3% left the item blank. The program produced baseline data, the NEKAT Module version 1.0, a leaflet, flip chart materials, and a video documentation. Because no post-test was administered, changes in knowledge could not be assessed. These findings indicate a need to strengthen knowledge, responsive caregiving skills, and intergenerational communication, and suggest that empowering grandmothers may serve as a complementary approach to family-based stunting prevention.]]>
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