Comments by "Carol Kemp" (@carolkemp5935) on "Why I Regret Moving into a Nursing Home – 6 Hard Truths You Must Know! elderly wisdom" video.

  1. You have a flat in exceptional sheltered accommodation. There is only a part-time manager here, comes in twice a week. She will do nothing, makes it clear she doesn't arrange for shopping, cleaning, or repairs other than repairs to the building. Anyone needing help must find themselves a carer. Twice a year the council cuts the grass and strims round the small area of garden. We are not allowed to put any plants in the garden, or take a chair out to sit on. I'm delighted to hear that you have found such a lovely home to retire, too. God bless.
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  2. Well done you, you've given us all hope. God bless.
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  3.  @danasmith858  God bless you for caring for your mum, you are truly a loving daughter.
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  4.  @annm.7176  What is a residential unit? If it's the same as sheltered accommodation, they are just as bad. In the UK.
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  5. Stay away from sheltered housing, too.
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  6.  @ontheridge2019  Well done you, you'll be the envy of every grandmother of your generation in your town. 🏍
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  7. Thank you for telling how it really is, when I saw the title of the video I thought thank God someone has spoken out An escape plan is essential. We can't lead a healthy, satisfying life when our lives are regimented. When those things that mean so much to us are taken away. We may be getting older, but we must maintain a healthy, purposeful life, and have our freedom, especially freedom to think for ourselves. For five years I've been living in a one-bedroom flat in sheltered housing. Don't fall for the pretty pictures they paint about sheltered housing, it has all the pitfalls that were mentioned in the video, and more besides. Living in sheltered housing is like living in a large rabbit warren. There is a main corridor with doors along it, the corridor is cold and empty except for a large fire extinguisher. Plants, ornaments, or trimmings aren't allowed - that means no Christmas decorations. All your possessions must be kept in your small flat, including bikes, items for your car and luggage. There is a small area of grass at the back of the building, about 3 meters wide, and a car park at the front. Maintained by the council, so no facilities to do any gardening. There is a lounge, with a kitchen to make tea or coffee. Bingo in the lounge on Thursday afternoon, for those who like it, no TV or internet access. The manager come in twice a week, checks the fire alarm and want's to know everyone's business. Puts up notices Don't, No, You must not. In a nutshell, we are treated and spoken to, as if we are little children. I had a farm for over 20 years, it was rented, the owner decided to sell, and I was evicted. I trimmed all my sheep's feet and still sheared when I was into my 70. Furthermore, I was 80 last December and still very active, although I could do with new knees and a new hip. Avoid sheltered housing, I would sooner die a quick death than the lingering death I'm experiencing here, in sheltered housing. No dog or cat my best friends.
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  8.  @dianawatton7570  To have a drink while walking.
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  9.  @MaryCarson-c5w  Me too.
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  10.  @johnbowman1076  Go for 20 years plus.
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