| > Here most elderly either gets support in their own home by professionals That’s common as well if they can mostly look after themselves and only need say a weekly visit from a nurse. I think the only difference is the children are expected to pay. It’s maybe half live with their kids and the rest live independently. > or at a home with professional care This is common when they need full time care. But this is usually only a small % and not for long. And again the kids pay. > I'd rather spend time with my family on our own terms and not because I have to support them. That’s one way to think about it. My perspective is my parents supported me for 16 years and so I have a duty to support them. I think it is good for character, helps people to appreciate life, and helps build meaningful relationships. It also means grandparents get to spend lots of time with their grandchildren. |