Is Anyone Living Independently on Their Own in Their Senior Years?

Here is a link for the National Council on Aging. They have some informative articles there.

This one is Helpful Organizations That Support Seniors Living Alone.

If I can get just one tip or idea on something I can do to make my life easier or happier from articles or videos that others write then I think it is worth it. A site I found way back in maybe 2010 or around there was "Help, I Hate My Husband!" Now I did not really hate mine, still don't, but it helped me see the total picture and how my life would end up if I did not do something about it. Which I did.
 

debbie in seattle said:
Interesting.......I am currently facing the fact my husband will be gone in 90 days or just a month or two longer. He has Mesothelioma. It’s really scary for me, but on the other hand, a new ‘adventure’, wanted or not. Currently live in Seattle and if my plans go as I want, plan on moving to Arizona (one of my kids lives there). I could view all of this as scary, sad and depressing, but have decided it’s not how it should be. Wish me luck!
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Sorry for what you're going through though. It can't be easy. But it sounds like you are a strong woman who will be ready to deal with whatever comes Debbie.
 
katlupe said:
I have and still do use the services I suggest on here. Sometimes I may not be clear on that because I try not to say anything that may cause others to look down on me. Sorry about that.
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Don't you think for a minute any of us would look down on you Kat, in fact I for one and I'm sure others here admire your fortitude :giggle:
 

katlupe said:
I have and still do use the services I suggest on here. Sometimes I may not be clear on that because I try not to say anything that may cause others to look down on me. Sorry about that.

I live in NY state and our office of the aging is great. They really do help seniors or try to find someone who can. I lived in my home in the country and applied for senior housing by printing out their application from their website. From that, I was able to get help to get out of the situation I was in. But what I learned is that you have to start the ball rolling yourself. I really could not see how I could afford to move and live on my own, but the manager from this senior housing knew all the things I needed to do and how to do it. She directed me to all that and I was here within two months of applying. Once you are out, there are many programs to assist seniors. It is not all about money either.

If you need any help with researching what is available in your area, I would be glad to help you do that. I am pretty good at researching stuff.
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Look down on you?! No. I admire you for having the foresight to do what needs to be done, for correcting the situation with your husband (or ex?) and for planning for the care of your son should you become unable to do so.
 

Is Anyone Living Independently on Their Own in Their Senior Years?​

Yes, me. I'm 75, disabled, use a wheelchair, but I still drive, shop, etc. I do spend close to a year in a "care facility". I don't think it's fortitude, griot or anything like that, Just damn lucky, I didn't need to continue being in a nursing home.
 
My mother is 94, she had been living on her own for the past several years after my dad passed. About a year ago she had a mild stroke. My brother and I both live 2 hours away, we both talk to her every day but can't be with her 24/7.

I found a very nice assisted living facility, about 20 residents and very homey. My mother has pretty much recovered from the stroke, so she is doing well. I think she is happier in the assisted living situation. There are always people around to play cards or bake cookies. She doesn't have to worry about washing windows or raking leaves.

I know I was lucky to find a great facility for her.
 
HarryHawk said:
My mother is 94, she had been living on her own for the past several years after my dad passed. About a year ago she had a mild stroke. My brother and I both live 2 hours away, we both talk to her every day but can't be with her 24/7.

I found a very nice assisted living facility, about 20 residents and very homey. My mother has pretty much recovered from the stroke, so she is doing well. I think she is happier in the assisted living situation. There are always people around to play cards or bake cookies. She doesn't have to worry about washing windows or raking leaves.

I know I was lucky to find a great facility for her.
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I personally like the smaller ones like that. I think they can have better care and not a hurry, hurry attitude from the aides.
 

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