How young and old can benefit from living side by side.
A unique community in Chester in northern England, brings multiple generations together to encourage learning and connection. We explore how young children in the onsite nursery benefit from the time, attention and vocabulary skills offered by the older adults. Meanwhile the retirement home residents can benefit from increased social activity and a sense of purpose. We also speak to an intergenerational expert in Spain about the growing evidence that backs this new societal approach.
Presenter: Myra Anubi
Producer: Claire Bates
Editor: Jon Bithrey
Sound mix: Andrew Mills
(Image: Younger and older mingle at the Belong retirement village, Chester, UK, BBC)