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When I Get Older

Episode 2

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One Wales

The four famous pensioners face up to a life they all fear when they move into care homes for old people forced to rely on others to survive their final years.

Gloria Hunniford is adamant she never wants to end up in a care home so how will she cope living in one for three days? How long does Tony Robinson last as living as a care home resident, before he walks out of his? John Simpson moves into a home for dementia sufferers, but before long gives up trying to connect with his fellow residents. And, Lesley Joseph meets old people can't afford to pay for their care but are they happy with the limited resources on offer? Show less

Contributors

Presenter:
John Simpson
Presenter:
John Simpson
Presenter:
Lesley Joseph
Presenter:
Lesley Joseph
Presenter:
Tony Robinson
Presenter:
Tony Robinson
Executive Producer:
Elliot Reed
Executive Producer:
Elliot Reed
Director:
Martin Fuller
Series Producer:
Rachael Barnes

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