Series
Old People's Home for 4 Year Olds
Documentary
A unique social experiment that brings together elderly people in a retirement community with a group of 4-year-olds. Could this encounter between young and old help transform the lives of the elderly?
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Seasons & episodes
1Episode 127 Aug 2019 · 59mAs Australia's older population increases, so too will the issues that affect their health and happiness. Could the solution to a better life for older Australians be as simple as spending time with 4-year olds?
2Episode 23 Sept 2019 · 59mIn the second week of the experiment, the older adults confront a series of activities aimed at one of the most frightening aspects of old age - memory decline.
3Episode 310 Sept 2019 · 58mThis week adults will confront one of the most prevalent and devastating aspects of old age - low mood and depression. There's a series of mood boosting activities, including an outdoor excursion to the beach.
4Episode 417 Sept 2019 · 58mIn an experiment that aims to tackle the adult's confidence and mobility, the experts curate an action-packed week aimed at increasing their physical ability, including a day of sports.
5Episode 524 Sept 2019 · 61mThis week the adults are retested by the experts, and the class puts on a concert for friends and family showcasing the abilities that they've been developing over the course of the experiment.
Details
- First aired
- 27 Aug 2019
- Last aired
- 4 May 2021
- Status
- Ended
- Language
- English
- Network
- ABC TV
- Episodes
- 10
Cast
Annabel CrabbNarrator (voice)
