Joint families in Bangladesh, like in most countries, have been split up. With that, family ties, love, and connection to parents appear to be waning. 

At an age when they should be comfortable in familiar environment with their loved ones, the elderly citizens have to negotiate with unfamiliarity.

What is the experience of those who seek shelter in these old age homes during Eid?

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Where Eid is marked by solitude

In today's Star Special, we will  hear senior citizens talk about Eid and their lives at old age homes.