[VILLAGERBB]

Is there a support group in TV for senior orphans?

[redwitch]

Wouldn’t that apply to at least 90% of TV residents?

[EPutnam1863]

Senior orphans? I have never heard this term before as most senior citizens when they become seniors no longer have living parents. Maybe you are thinking of the one in Polk County? Home - Senior Orphans of Polk County Florida which was set up for seniors who have no familial support and are indigent.

[Fraugoofy]

Originally Posted by VILLAGERBB

Is there a support group in TV for senior orphans?

Define please so we can respond...

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[VILLAGERBB]

AARP refers to seniors living alone without family or friend support as "Elder Orphans".
I am not looking for a caregiver but rather would like to join a group of folks who might be interested in networking with each other.

[LI SNOWBIRD]

I'm 68 and my parents are deceased--I consider myself a senior orphan ( still miss them)

[Madelaine Amee]

Originally Posted by VILLAGERBB

AARP refers to seniors living alone without family or friend support as "Elder Orphans".
I am not looking for a caregiver but rather would like to join a group of folks who might be interested in networking with each other.

I do know what you are looking for and the best place to meet Senior Orphans is at Sumter Landing on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. We always go down for a coffee in the morning and Starbucks is packed with "orphans" looking for someone to talk with for a short while before they head home or go out for dinner.

You could try to form a group yourself, but is there a room big enough!

[PennBF]

It is really sad when someone with a serious question and actual need must tolerate the foolishness and lack of caring as demonstrated in some of the responses. I doubt that most do not know the writer is referring to being an Orphan and potentially raised in a foster home or of parents that cared enough to adopt her/him as their own. I know of a few who have been "adopted" and the questions it leaves in the child as they grow. It would be a great support group for the adults who grew up never knowing their real parents. I really hope some will put away the temptation to play comedian or be cute and have the depth to understand the writers quest and help him or her.

[VILLAGERBB]

Thank you Madelaine Amee. It will be so nice to spend time with other orphans during the holiday season; However, I am hoping we (orphans) can meet regularly throughout the year.

[VILLAGERBB]

PennBF...your post was very thoughtful but I am not an orphan per se. I had a wonderful family but it was very small and unfortunately due to deaths and no close family connections I consider myself a senior orphan. Am hoping to establish relationships with others who find themselves alone in TV and would like to create a network of support and friendship.

[NotGolfer]

I don't know of a group per se....but if you have a belief system you may find others at a church. As we age-out, maybe like you have small families there most likely will be folks who would love companionship or friendships. I know of folks who were married (or not) and never had children or their kids are estranged or some other issue. There are many forms to which you speak of. I do hope you find a group such as you're looking for!!

[Madelaine Amee]

Originally Posted by VILLAGERBB

Thank you Madelaine Amee. It will be so nice to spend time with other orphans during the holiday season. Please stay in touch.

Go and sit outside Starbucks with a coffee whenever you are in need of company and I could "almost" guarantee you will finally end up meeting people looking for what you are.

[Madelaine Amee]

Originally Posted by VILLAGERBB

PennBF...your post was very thoughtful but I am not an orphan per se. I had a wonderful family but it was very small and unfortunately due to deaths and no close family connections I consider myself a senior orphan. Am hoping to establish relationships with others who find themselves alone in TV and would like to create a network of support and friendship.

You might also consider getting in touch with Chachacha who posts here on this board. I believe she still runs the group and I think it is probably what you need. I know they have holiday parties and pot luck holiday dinners. You will find what you need, but it does take time.

[VILLAGERBB]

I use the term "senior orphan" but the true expression is "elder orphan". It generally refers to those who have no one to assist with legal, financial or health situations if an "orphan" should become incapacitated. I believe most people prepare in advance for assisted living and such but for those of us without a family or close friend, should an unexpected illness or accident occur, will probably end up having our lives managed by total strangers.

[VILLAGERBB]

Thank you Madelaine Amee.

Originally Posted by Madelaine Amee

You might also consider getting in touch with Chachacha who posts here on this board. I believe she still runs the group and I think it is probably what you need. I know they have holiday parties and pot luck holiday dinners. You will find what you need, but it does take time.