'The Many Faces of Loneliness': Elderly day care centre closures

'The Many Faces of Loneliness': Elderly day care centre closures

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, Life Skills, Other

6th - 7th Grade

Hard

Created by

Wayground Content

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The video highlights the importance of Sotheby Mews Day Centre to its users, who consider it a second home. Elizabeth shares her personal story of recovery from cancer, attributing her well-being to the support she received at the centre. However, the centre faces closure by Islington Council, leaving the community heartbroken and resistant to the change.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do most people visit Sotheby Mews Day Centre for?

For medical treatment

To learn new skills

For the company

To play sports

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long has Elizabeth been visiting the centre?

5 years

10 years

17 years

20 years

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant role did the centre play in Elizabeth's life?

It helped her learn a new language

It provided her with financial support

It assisted her in recovering from cancer

It helped her find a job

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the community's heartbreak?

The centre is closing down

The centre is reducing its services

The centre is changing its location

The centre is increasing its fees

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is responsible for the decision to close Sotheby Mews?

A private company

The centre's management

Islington Council

The local community