[jimmemac]

I have never understood why villagers allow their younger children who don't know how to behave to move in with them or even buy them a home here in the villages. We see the results way to often in the different news sources. But today I think this type of person hit a couple new lows. Why would any villager suggest to a non villager that they sneak in to use the pickle ball court or any other facility here in the villages; or the villager looking for someone to rent out a house or part of a house to a 25 year old?? Sorry but I just don't get it.

[manaboutown]

Most of these adult children have criminal histories and/or serious substance abuse issues. They do not belong in a 55 and over community. That for certain. They will only cause problems.

[SALYBOW]

That is an inappropriate comment, if you have not done a lot of research. My son lived with us for nine months, Gracie's daughter lives with her. Neither of them have criminal history or serious substance abuse issues. On what do you base this opinion?

[manaboutown]

Originally Posted by SALYBOW

That is an inappropriate comment, if you have not done a lot of research. My son lived with us for nine months, Gracie's daughter lives with her. Neither of them have criminal history or serious substance abuse issues. On what do you base this opinion?

Most, not all. There are of course exceptions for physically/mentally challenged adult children.

If they were fully functioning adults they would not need to move back in with mom and/or dad. 55 communities and over are for 55 and over seniors, not their felon/substance abusing children who commit crimes and cause many problems.

[Carla B]

In defense of the OP, I read the key words to be "younger children who don't know how to behave." That certainly doesn't include your son or Gracie's lovely daughter.

[manaboutown]

Originally Posted by Carla B

In defense of the OP, I read the key words to be "younger children who don't know how to behave." That certainly doesn't include your son or Gracie's lovely daughter.

[Wiotte]

Originally Posted by jimmemac

I have never understood why villagers allow their younger children who don't know how to behave to move in with them or even buy them a home here in the villages. We see the results way to often in the different news sources. But today I think this type of person hit a couple new lows. Why would any villager suggest to a non villager that they sneak in to use the pickle ball court or any other facility here in the villages; or the villager looking for someone to rent out a house or part of a house to a 25 year old?? Sorry but I just don't get it.

They simply have the need to be accepted, no matter the consequences.


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[njbchbum]

My guess is that most parents just can't stop loving their children no matter how far off the track they might veer.

And as far as folks under 55 living in the Villages - here's what a 55+ community is all about:
Housing for Older Persons Requirements / Housing for Older Persons Directory / Resources / Home - Florida Commission on Human Relations

[manaboutown]

Originally Posted by njbchbum

My guess is that most parents just can't stop loving their children no matter how far off the track they might veer.

That may very well constitute enablement if it involves letting them move back with mom and dad. Plus it put their community in danger from criminal acts by their adult children, many times to support their substance abuse.

[rubicon]

Well we certainly have some spring loaded opinions about other people's kids. Seems to me a number of residents 55+ and over have contributed far more to salacious talk that permeates this community.

Given that the median age of a resident in Sumter County is 67.1 seems to negate much of thought that has gone into blaming others.

And given that the median age is 67.1 explains the hyperbole of too many cart speeders, too much crime too many..........

I don't mind living in a community with other old people I just hate it when old people act old.

[jeriteri]

In my opinion, the people allowing their children to move in with them in The Villages, Fl are probably following the rules. That said, I believe The Villages was developed for seniors, not for families. Can you imagine if everyone brought their adult children into their homes what this community would be. Right now the crime talked about is minimal but if rules don't change, our paradise may turn into an adult children dominated community which will then be like any other city in the country.

[biker1]

I really don't see that happening.

Originally Posted by jeriteri

In my opinion, the people allowing their children to move in with them in The Villages, Fl are probably following the rules. That said, I believe The Villages was developed for seniors, not for families. Can you imagine if everyone brought their adult children into their homes what this community would be. Right now the crime talked about is minimal but if rules don't change, our paradise may turn into an adult children dominated community which will then be like any other city in the country.

[Bay Kid]

I always hope for the best for my children. The problem most of us parents have is that we never give up on our children. We are blinded by love and hope and we always will be.

[Chatbrat]

All I know about this situation is what I read in the unmentionable online news paper--its seems to be escalating with the # of arrests recently,IMHO it will get worse as TV grows

[Nucky]

Only concerning the rotten apples in the big barrell. I have heard that there will be a company starting shortly that will extend support to Seniors who feel threatened by the rotten apples. This company for a fee will speak with the offending unit who is killing your peace and serenity. From what I heard it won't be expensive but not cheap either. I will be first in line if I ever felt cornered. It would be good to let the creep know you are represented by someone around their level. Sounds great to me. It reminds me of the way things were handled near our old home.