Growing Old Alone

[PeaceNeed]

Its terrifying to experience aging alone. Ive suffered humiliation and abuse in addition to my mental problems.Nursing homes forced civil guardianships or homelessness thats what I have to look forward to in my city.

[Mohammad-341]

I understand its very difficult to bear at this age. How about applying for cheapest housing at village

[Good_for_us]

I’m so sorry- there should be better options 😔 Is there possibly low-income housing near you or perhaps you can find a shared apartment or house?

[PeaceNeed in reply to Good_for_us]

I'm in senior housing. It's my health thats problem. If I can't move about and care for myself they may move to get guardian, then I loose control over my life and finances.

[Nothing_but_books]

That's what I'm terrified of happening to me. My legal separation is nearly final; I will soon be left without support. I can't think about it without trembling.

[PeaceNeed in reply to Nothing_but_books]

I wish I had some advice for you. You need legal help. Look into whatever passes for social safety net where you live.

[roses4all]

I'm going down the same road. My plan is to make a living will and name my niece. That would be much better than a social worker that I don't know making decisions for me and controlling what will pass for a life.

[PeaceNeed in reply to roses4all]

Cant rely on my neice.... Alone in this city full of people who could care less.