A CARE home in Langport has taken inspiration from a recent TV show that saw the bonding of the elderly and small children.

Residents from Immacolata House, an N. Notaro Home in Langport, are following in the footsteps of the Channel 4 programme, Old Peoples’ Homes for 4-Year-Olds, and are sending more time with the younger generation.

Residents from the home will be spending time with the children from Little Pips Nursery, part of Curry Rivel Primary School.

Sue Stephens, manager of Immacolata House, said: “At Immacolata House we have recognised for some time the benefits of involving children in our residents lives.

“We have worked with Curry Rival Primary School for two years which has included reciprocal visits and interaction between our elderly residents living with dementia and the children.

“This summer we started visiting the Little Pips group each Tuesday afternoon.

“Our residents seem to light up and the children say whatever comes into their heads making them laugh.

“When our residents return home they are animated and chatty wanting to tell all about their day.”

The residents will be spending an hour with the children every Tuesday afternoon.

They will take part in activities such as painting and crafting.

One resident, Georgie, said: “This brings back memories; I would always have a garden full of children, from my own children, to friends and neighbours.”