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Old 02-08-2025, 10:08 AM
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Originally Posted by asianthree View Post
OP post is still “can you live on just SS”, and yes one could, my guess is some wouldn’t describe their life as squeaking by. But living within their budget, just like they did prior to moving to TV. We don’t eat out multiple times a a month, because food in the bubble is just mediocre, and can be made better at home. I find many 80yo plus in my parents age are happy with their lifestyle even if those think they live with less than others.
Living with less is far different than squeaking by. I wouldn't want my parents living a mean existence in their 80's and activities for most have greatly declined by the time they're in their eighties. That doesn't make your choice wrong, we just have different goals for the end of life living.

I personally think most elderly living in mixed age society think and do better. Could it be they are sharper being exposed to younger minds and experiences?

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