Old People's Home for 4 Year Olds

As Australias 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?

This week adults will confront one of the most prevalent and devastating aspects of old age - low mood and depression. Theres a series of mood boosting activities, including an outdoor excursion to the beach.

This week the adults are retested by the experts, and the class puts on a concert for friends and family showcasing the abilities that theyve been developing over the course of the experiment.

Its week two of this ground-breaking social experiment, and so far the seniors have formed friendships with the four-year-olds and made improvements to their mood. This week the experiment focuses on memory.

In the penultimate week of this social experiment, 11 adults and 10 children participate in a series of physical activities to improve their mobility, with the hope it will keep them living independently for longer.