The Future of Care

Care tells the story of one residential care home as they emerge from the pandemic.

Filmed entirely by the staff in the home, it shows that life can be joyful at any age, as the residents celebrate their own milestones, from 100th birthdays to winning at bingo, enjoying Christmas parties and joining in VE Day anniversary celebrations. The film raises questions about how we as a society value older people and those who care for them, giving an emotional first-hand insight into life in the home, and those who bring such commitment and heart to residential care.

The film is a tribute to the resilience of the residents and the dedication and compassion of the carers. Told through their own words, experiences (and newly learned camera skills), the film shines a light on the unsung heroes of social care.

Join us on 22nd April at 7PM for an online discussion: With an ageing population and a deepening crisis in care, it can be hard to imagine the last years of your life as a positive experience. But across the country, there are dedicated care workers making sure that older people and their families have access to enriching care that focuses on each person’s needs.

How can we make sure carers are supported in this work and we make caring central to our society? We will be joined on the panel by representatives from the Community union who represent those working in social care, and care workers, as well as filmmakers from the new documentary Care (in cinemas from 23 April), which captures the working lives of care workers.

Care was produced in association with Newcastle University and released with the support of the ESRC.