4 year old Aika finds comfort in her 82 year old friend John | Old People's Home For 4 Year Olds

When Aika loses confidence in her own abilities to draw, she finds comfort in her relationship with John. #OldPeoplesHomeAU
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An intergenerational play centre is established in area with a high percentage of isolated Older People struggling to stay connected to the communities they live in, taking aging adults into the kids' domain.

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[FreakyFreakyBaby]

I'm 23 and I still can't draw It's okay Aika!!!

[ShayLikeButter]

It broke my heart to see how disappointed she was in herself when she thought she couldn't do it...
Children are so precious.

[Andyyoureastar]

I love how he comforts her/helps build her confidence but then immediately afterwards she laughs at his painting🤣🤣she’s too cute

[LymanPhillips]

If a child made a painting of me like that, it would be framed and over our fireplace. It's perfection!

[hillmidget]

I genuinely think the oldest and youngest of the community's should be around eachothere more <3 they are great for eachothere its a time in life where they have more time and often need more company before they enter or leave the rest race of providing

[sallybaddeley]

I honestly think Aikas painting is the best painting I've ever seen a 4 year old do. I loved the detail and surrounding John with hearts, butterflies and flowers is so sweet. This program is so heartwarming.

[AmaniBanks]

Having somebody who never gives up on you, sets you free - 😭

[jogould]

Not only is this experience good for the children it is also good for the old people. Back in the day the older generation played a large role in the life of their grand-kids. In this day and age a lot of the generational family nucleus has been lost, it is good to see that at least here that importance is being recognized. Our older generation is a treasure that should not be squandered.

[JJ-yuog]

This is the best thing our society needs. Every preschool needs this.

[GenevieveThornton]

“I’m allowed to make mistakes, and still be loved.” I wish every child on 🌍 felt this. It is transformative.

[happyperson]

bruh why was it so heart breaking to watch her cry over that like it’s okay little girl you’re doing great

[dongxuemo]

So cute to see how toddlers interact with elderly people

[EllaBirt]

The clinical psychologist narrating this segment was so spot on saying this type of reinforcement lets a child know, "As a child, I'm allowed to make mistakes and still be loved.

And that's a very insightful, candid, intrinsically perfectionistic young girl (meaning she yearns to express her creative vision, what she views as ideal and beautiful or does justice to her sincere appreciation of a subject, but is not yet experienced enough in any medium of communication or dexterity to achieve her grand vision). She seems highly-sensitive and aware. It's natural for a child like this to have big emotions and to be critical of themselves - this gentle support is so good.

[mariahjane]

What a sweet little girl and it's cute no matter how old boys get they still get flustered when a girl cries.

[roos-marijn]

My mother told me that while my grandad never got to enjoy his childhood, when he was with me and my brother he could forget everything and just play. He didn’t have any responsibility, just had to have fun, and I think that’s something everyone deserves, regardless of age! I think you forget in time, and children can bring back the joy of just playing

[reshmarezalchettri]

Every episode bring tears in my eyes. I hope Every older adult is still here. ❤

[carringtonlefayette]

This is what life is all about. This program is beyond fabulous.

[梨-il]

I wish the standard was nursin homes and preschools. It's so important for the children and the elders to have quality human interaction

[mrdasilver]

"As a child [or even as a grown-up], I'm allowed to make mistakes and still be loved."

[CalvinAnnabelle]

She’s the cutest little girl I’ve ever seen! 🤗