I am among the friends that carey mentions. I am still independent, but don't eat right, [not fair that i'm at my thinnest but not healthily so] don't clean well, need help managing finances, etc. We had the same idea as you ibby, toss in some income, hire people to do the housework, driving and cooking. We could actually join an excercise class, or create one.

Location is the problem. People need to be near family too. Compromising is difficult but I'm open to hearing out proposals.

I tumbled down the hill in my sister's back yard a few days ago....not used to hills - i'm a Floridian. Darn near killed myself as i built up momentum and almost hit a tree. I'm walking around with very sore ribs. i need help - no doubt about it.

Assisted living facilities would leave me broke after paying med co payments and any remaining bills.

paula