Tuesday 3 July 2012

When I Get Older...

On TV this week a two part documentary When I get older looks at the harsh realities about the elderly.

Four famous pensioners: Tony Robinson, Gloria Hunniford, Lesley Joseph and John Simpson spend a few days living with old folk who are struggling.

John's time with an isolated OAP lays bare the reality of loneliness, while Lesly shares in the pain of a couple with ill health. Gloria joins a grandmother living in grinding poverty and Tony faces the anguish of a pensioner's bereavement.

When I get older is on Wenesday 4th July BBC 1, 9.00-10.00 pm. The second instalment which looks at life in care homes will be broadcast the following day Thursday 5th July BBC 1, 9.00-10.. pm.

It will alos be available to watch on BBCiPlayer.

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