Old People's Home for 4 Year Olds

Synopsis

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?

First Air Date: 2019-08-27

Last Air Date: 2021-05-04

Number of Seasons: 2

Number of Episodes: 10

Networks: ABC TV

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Top Cast

Annabel Crabb as Narrator (voice)

Seasons

Series 1 (2019)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Episode 1 (2019-08-27)

As 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?
Ep. 2: Episode 2 (2019-09-03)

In 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.
Ep. 3: Episode 3 (2019-09-10)

This 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.
Ep. 4: Episode 4 (2019-09-17)

In 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.
Ep. 5: Episode 5 (2019-09-24)

This 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.