'The best time': Intergenerational playgroups bring joy to older and younger Australians alike

PLAYGROUP SENIORS

Aged care resident Carmel, 89, and five month-old Charlie enjoy time together at a playgroup in Sydney's south. Credit: Rayane Tamer

It's a confronting statistic - close to half of those in aged care homes across Australia show signs of depression. In an effort to address community isolation, some facilities are adopting a novel approach to social interactions - inviting children's playgroups to come and spend some time with residents.


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