The problems presented by an aging population, illustrated by real-life case histories. The contribution of the welfare and medical services throughout Britain to the geriatric problem is emphasised, and the film touches on all facets of life among the elderly, including family relationships, economic factors and health.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
321086
Language
English
Subject categories
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Aging
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Old age
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Aged - Health and hygiene
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Aging
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Geriatrics - Psychological aspects
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Old age
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)