Retirement living has so many different options these days, from active adult communities to assisted living. It’s important to consider not only the cost but also the lifestyle you want to have during retirement
One thing I’ve learned is that planning for healthcare in retirement is just as important as the financial side. Unexpected medical costs can derail even the best-laid plans.
Location is a huge factor when thinking about retirement living. Some people prefer staying close to family, while others move to states with tax benefits or a warmer climate. Have you thought about where you might want to retire?
I’ve been thinking a lot about how much retirement living costs have gone up, especially with inflation. It’s crucial to have a solid financial plan in place so you don’t outlive your savings.
Many retirees are choosing to downsize or move into smaller homes to reduce maintenance and living expenses. It can be a good way to free up equity for other retirement goals.
Some people are opting for co-housing or shared living arrangements in retirement, where they can pool resources with others and live in a supportive community. Have you heard of that approach?
For all kinds of financial reasons, Thailand is the obvious choice. AND overall, the people of Thailand actually respect and value older people in their own families. I've always thought my biggest mistake was returning to the USA when I retired. Sigh.
@@norman7527 I was out of the country (USA) for 20 years...Lived in Budapest, Israel, Germany, Ecuador and Thailand...I would be fine living in Budapest or Bangkok...
In Thailand kids BOW to older people open doors etc. in the UK and older person walking the streets has more chance of being mugged. Dump. In Thailand They look after their parents / grandparents. In UK people don’t ’have time’ and they’re stuck in a care home. And I worked for past 20 yrs in many care homes. Many of them were dumps. Stink. And the staff now most of which are sat around eating crisps and playing on their phones. In a few some of the residents looked like they’ve not been washed or changed for weeks. It’s incredibly sad. I know there’s many staff there that do great jobs and genuinely care. But most now don’t.
Thanks Les, for one of the most important vlogs. Retirement destination choice cannot be made without such an information and discussion. I think this subject of "Long term care" or "assisted living at own home" deserves more details. Such as docs visits, availability of support staff / nurses. And such. Every retirees has to face this stage in one way or other. I appreciate your courage to enter into this depressing subject.
I know dementia very well …. My mom has had it for the last 15 years and has recently completely forgot who I am. Visiting her is bittersweet as I’m glad to see her, she has no idea who I am 😢. Such a cruel illness
Great job Les. Well done sourcing all the relevant information for people with disabilities and for those who care for relatives. They can now make more informed choices. Best wishes from me here back in Bang Saray.
I thank you for your comment, I try to think of everything, I solve problems and always thinking what if. My glass is always half full but with an eye on being empty. Thanks for watching.
@@RetiredandLivingthedream Hi Les. I have recommended Mr Steady Eddy to view this film you’ve made. He’s had a very rough time of it this last few months. It may help him decide what his future plans are. Hope you don’t mind? Best wishes.
what kind of visa you can get if you move to such facility for old age where you can't leave the country every 6 months to renew it ? Does Thai government has different visa for older folks who would like to live the rest of their old life at such places? with limited mobility..
Over 50 years old, Retirement visa renewable every year and the cost for the visa 1,900 Baht The company can help get your visa all legal and above board. Hope this helps.
Great video , is sunshine a care home or nursing home though there is an important difference there great video well done your the only channel I know covering the important stuff like this see you on the next one
It is not a nursing home in the true meaning of the Word but great attention to care is given, Have a word with Andrew the CEO and he can put your mind at rest. Thanks for watching.
Important information to consider. Thank you very much for making this. I plan to retire in Thailand and have been coming every year for 22 years. I have often thought what will happen when I can nolonger look after myself.
Many thanks Les, for this video clip, covering a poignant topic. I will, at some point, get around to Emailing you. Yet times arent quite right for me, at the minute. Yet your thoughts on Living the dream in Thailand, are having to, once again, on the backburner ... Sigh.
No brainer Les.....Already told my girls, I will be in Thailand for any care I need. Just need to get my arse moving....enjoy these special years in LOS......Before I'm past it
You have described a uk nightmare in the uk! (not to mention the abuse that can be experienced by the carers) I'm from the Uk myself... Its a harsh country... Ive been in Australia for 20 years! Ive seen care home in Thailand on the news.. it looked amazing! I'm saving my pennies up for retiring in Thailand 🙂 Thanks for interesting videos
Thanks for taking time to watch and for making a comment, I have seen with my own eyes both the UK and Thailand and Thailand wins hands down. Best wishes for your future plans.🙏
Well done I hope it helps some retirees stuck in those care homes in other ( countries ) or others thinking of the future in years to come,after the budget I think there could be quiet a few upping sticks.
It is possible to do with a helpful family, also aimed at future retirees who now face loosing everything in old age if they fail to plan for the future. Work all your life to have your wealth taken away from you how sad. 🙏
Thanks for taking the time to research this very important topic. There are a few of you expats over there touching on this topic and it is very appreciated. I'm now considering putting this on my list of things to do in Hua Hin in December.
You look much thinner in the face - your diet is working! I saw some cracking retirement Sunshine homes by the sea in Hua Hin; 42,000 a month for a 2 bedroom for 2 people then 17,000 each for the breakfast, lunch and dinner package all with a drink and endless tea and coffee. The shuttle bus goes to town and or seafront every day. I'm hoping to do it at 67.
Might be an option if you are already ex-pat or in the process of sorting out retirement visa. But trying to sort it out when you are already in the UK's system could be difficult aswell as maybe your own family getting in the way of your choice. This I think needs advanced planning in order to get it set up right unless you have a family that's willing to overcome the hurdles to set it up. I looked it up myself some years ago and cost wise it's a no brainer, if you have the acumen to set it up for others to carry out prior to you needing it.
I think you can delay it if you know you have it but I have to say I will be making a video about my plans if this should happen in my older age, I HAVE A PLAN LOL. Released soon.🙏
Well said mate :) Question for you, what part / .area of Rayong do you advice to settle in for a new retiree who wants to avoid too many tourists yet not be too far from some social life and entertainment?
Mae Rampueng beach area quite a few bars around this area, nice long beach, a little run down in my opinion but from there all the way up to Laem Mae Phim your spoilt for choice. Rayong is a Big Province.
Hi Les, I think your figures are way off with live in care. My partner does 24/7 live in care, she gets paid £800 per week from an agency, that's £4.75 per hour, even if you double that for the agency's stake, that's £9.50 per hour. Nowhere near £29 per hour !
This was taken from a website offering care at home, If you qualify then you can claim benefits towards this cost but many will not be able to do so. Thanks for your comment, your partner may only get this amount but the agency make money also by charging the rates mentioned in this post. What is the Cost of Live in Care? Exploring the cost of 24 hour live in care? A residential home or care home is not the only option. Live-in home care can be an affordable alternative, allowing your loved one to stay safe, healthy and independent in their own home. A full time live in career in the UK can cost between £1250 and £1500 per week. How does live in care save money? The cost of live-in care can be expensive but compared with the average cost of care home fees, is likely to be more economic. Firstly, By staying at home, there will be no forced sale of the property meaning the value can increase and equity released if appropriate. Secondly, additional fees and services are limited. Thirdly, the career can sometimes have time off and family can assist, reducing weekly and annual costs.
Duh! How much are the agency charging the caree - maybe £29 ph??? Who cares what your partner is paid is irrelevant to the subject. Maybe make a viideo about why live in carers are so badly paid
Thanks for that Info but even finding half this would destroy the other half's life and debt would consume the rest. My suggestion would be to Rent the Marital home out to cover costs and move together and still remain in control. But there are solutions out there. Best wishes.🙏
This is excellent information. Thanks for sharing. I think that this topic is a great niche topic to put a lot of time into for those of us thinking about retiring in Thailand or looking for alternatives to western prices and our poor care.
Yikes! Sorry to hear about your mom and your 50/50 odds of being afflicted with dementia. Have you taken any steps to try to delay it? How about future care plans?
I have an agreement with the Mrs..... to take me "swimming" in the Mun River at about 11 pm. It will look like I just "wondered" off. Problem solved. If only it were that easy.
If I had no family I would 💯 go to Asia then enter a care home when I need to. The hard part is when you have family and if they want to visit or you want them to visit it's a difficult choice to move away from them. Let's face it after you go down hill with dementia or Alzheimer's you won't remember your family and your family most likely won't want to visit you anymore. But if you didn't go to Asia before that stage you probably won't be able to do it. Living longer is great as long as you can still function mentally but when you can't it's only a burden for everyone involved. Harsh yes but Fact.
Keir Starmer has a solution now uk OAPS cut the £300 winter fuel allowance and the politicians are going to debate assisted dying oh the £billons they going to save 😂😂
I am in favor of assisted Dying, quality of life is so important, I have my own exit strategy should I wish to chose this method because my quality of life is not worth living. There will be deaths this year because of the removal of the funding.
Yes, and it's a good job the new Labour government has found the money for the junior doctors because they are going to be busy treating pensioners with pneumonia and hypothermia this winter!
Thailand's palliative care is not as developed as the West. But I agree the Thai health care system has benefits that far surpass the Western methods of just parking the elderly with more neglect than anything.
Good info Have seen here , in inner Norwat , they dragging the old boy out of his seat But , then on the coast , they SAF Too take into consideration, now in thailand, we can have a smoke , and too have your balls having a stroke Let's go thailand , , eat food ... live good
I own my house if I went into a home they can sell my house and take the money and they take my ponison &give me maybe 20poundsa week they take the rest and some one who never worked a day will get it for feerthiland is the place to retire in for me &u get great wheather at no cost all year😊
Yes they will drain you of the assets until you reach 23,500 pounds. Here your money goes much further and there are ways to afford this. Watch my next video to get some possible solutions to this.
I will look it up I had a stroke &I am getting home care and it’s crap they don’t call sometimes and they r in &out in a couple of minutes the number one thing to them is time the sonnet they finsh it better for them so they r doing u as quick as I possible I feel like a pice of meat and they’re all the same I will definitely look it up if I go to a home here they can sell my house to pay for it and I heard they will be in control of ur ponsion I worked hard all my life I don’t plan to end up in a home here I have a great ferind just like ur mate he was a great singer he knows nobody
I'm actually from the uk but I now live in Ontario, Canada 🇨🇦. A very good friend of Mines mother in law has severe dementia unfortunately. The family had to sell her home and are currently paying over $7500 a month for her in a care facility. It's sad.
@@RetiredandLivingthedream Unfortunately you are right We have messaged each other a few times. As you know in on Ontario, Canada . Originally from chester. Beautiful place . I go home to see my mum often. I miss silly things like the food and of course family. I'm ok over here. I'm 54 and my Canadian gf is 40. I give myself 10 years max over here as she has a 13 year old and of course we want to see her on a good path. When that's done we are gone from here for a simpler life. No flash Cars. Beat the Jones etc. No me at all. I love your videos. It's great to see a good....solid man who tell us how it is. Keep up with the videos. Ty Les !!
Sunshine International retirement residence s would look a whole lot more attractive les if Andrew could get a deal done to buy the builders yard behind the apartments with the tropical pool and next to the new block in your photo , you obviously never went to the new block or you would have seen the yard ,I went from Middlesbrough in July this year and seen for myself . I'm retired too,and don't fancy what's on offer here at all .
The apartments were not finished at the time of my last visit, I plan on doing another visit this year if time permits so I will look at what you seen. Thanks for pointing that out. 🙏
If someone goes into a Thai care facility then eventually gets where they can't function how do they go about all the visa crap and your money gets paid if you aren't able to think for yourself. Especially if you are in your own
All of what you mentioned can be dealt with, as suggested Lawyers, this dementia does not suddenly appear so taking positive steps for your suggested problems in the future would be a wise move to assure all the boxes are ticked, Sunshine international help with visa issues also. A top class provider would help out in any situation.
Retirement living has so many different options these days, from active adult communities to assisted living. It’s important to consider not only the cost but also the lifestyle you want to have during retirement
One thing I’ve learned is that planning for healthcare in retirement is just as important as the financial side. Unexpected medical costs can derail even the best-laid plans.
Location is a huge factor when thinking about retirement living. Some people prefer staying close to family, while others move to states with tax benefits or a warmer climate. Have you thought about where you might want to retire?
I’ve been thinking a lot about how much retirement living costs have gone up, especially with inflation. It’s crucial to have a solid financial plan in place so you don’t outlive your savings.
Many retirees are choosing to downsize or move into smaller homes to reduce maintenance and living expenses. It can be a good way to free up equity for other retirement goals.
Some people are opting for co-housing or shared living arrangements in retirement, where they can pool resources with others and live in a supportive community. Have you heard of that approach?
Excellent video, Les. I live in Bangkok, and the care for the elderly here is superb.
Thanks so much for watching and taking time to comment. 🙏
For all kinds of financial reasons, Thailand is the obvious choice. AND overall, the people of Thailand actually respect and value older people in their own families. I've always thought my biggest mistake was returning to the USA when I retired. Sigh.
I returned to the UK in 2014 after having lived and worked abroad for 33 years. I admit I made a bad mistake unfortunately.
Good luck.
@@norman7527 I was out of the country (USA) for 20 years...Lived in Budapest, Israel, Germany, Ecuador and Thailand...I would be fine living in Budapest or Bangkok...
In Thailand kids BOW to older people open doors etc. in the UK and older person walking the streets has more chance of being mugged. Dump. In Thailand They look after their parents / grandparents. In UK people don’t ’have time’ and they’re stuck in a care home. And I worked for past 20 yrs in many care homes. Many of them were dumps. Stink. And the staff now most of which are sat around eating crisps and playing on their phones. In a few some of the residents looked like they’ve not been washed or changed for weeks. It’s incredibly sad. I know there’s many staff there that do great jobs and genuinely care. But most now don’t.
Thanks for taking time to watch and comment. Best wishes Les.
Thanks for watching.
Thanks Les, for one of the most important vlogs. Retirement destination choice cannot be made without such an information and discussion. I think this subject of "Long term care" or "assisted living at own home" deserves more details. Such as docs visits, availability of support staff / nurses. And such. Every retirees has to face this stage in one way or other. I appreciate your courage to enter into this depressing subject.
Another video to come soon about my plans for this event for me if it should happen.
Very informative, please keep up !
Thank you so much for watching! 🙏
I will take care of myself when the time comes.
I don’t want to burden nobody.
As much as we think we can do this sometimes it is not possible, cover all eventualities and there are no surprises.
Very informative, thank you.
Your welcome more to come over the next month, I'm going on a visit next month to a new development. Watch this space.
I know dementia very well …. My mom has had it for the last 15 years and has recently completely forgot who I am. Visiting her is bittersweet as I’m glad to see her, she has no idea who I am 😢. Such a cruel illness
Thanks for sharing this, my heart goes out to you, thanks for taking time to comment. Les🙏🙏
Great job Les. Well done sourcing all the relevant information for people with disabilities and for those who care for relatives. They can now make more informed choices.
Best wishes from me here back in Bang Saray.
I thank you for your comment, I try to think of everything, I solve problems and always thinking what if. My glass is always half full but with an eye on being empty. Thanks for watching.
@@RetiredandLivingthedream Hi Les. I have recommended Mr Steady Eddy to view this film you’ve made. He’s had a very rough time of it this last few months. It may help him decide what his future plans are. Hope you don’t mind? Best wishes.
Nice one Les, been wait for this one, fantastic news too.
Still a while away for me, I hope! But good to know what the prices are, thank you sir 🤝
Your welcome, I will be doing another video of my own planning for my old age coming soon.
what kind of visa you can get if you move to such facility for old age where you can't leave the country every 6 months to renew it ? Does Thai government has different visa for older folks who would like to live the rest of their old life at such places? with limited mobility..
Over 50 years old, Retirement visa renewable every year and the cost for the visa 1,900 Baht The company can help get your visa all legal and above board. Hope this helps.
Great video , is sunshine a care home or nursing home though there is an important difference there great video well done your the only channel I know covering the important stuff like this see you on the next one
It is not a nursing home in the true meaning of the Word but great attention to care is given, Have a word with Andrew the CEO and he can put your mind at rest. Thanks for watching.
Important information to consider. Thank you very much for making this. I plan to retire in Thailand and have been coming every year for 22 years. I have often thought what will happen when I can nolonger look after myself.
Thanks for watching, I will be making another video soon about my plans if this affected me in my older age. We never know.
Very informative Les thankyou..
Thanks for watching.🙏
Many thanks Les, for this video clip, covering a poignant topic. I will, at some point, get around to Emailing you. Yet times arent quite right for me, at the minute. Yet your thoughts on Living the dream in Thailand, are having to, once again, on the backburner ... Sigh.
I hope they don't remain on the back burner, best wishes for your future plans.🙏
No brainer Les.....Already told my girls, I will be in Thailand for any care I need.
Just need to get my arse moving....enjoy these special years in LOS......Before I'm past it
Lol best wishes for your future plans and I agree with telling your kids your intentions well done good luck.
Great information there Les 👍
You have described a uk nightmare in the uk! (not to mention the abuse that can be experienced by the carers) I'm from the Uk myself... Its a harsh country... Ive been in Australia for 20 years! Ive seen care home in Thailand on the news.. it looked amazing! I'm saving my pennies up for retiring in Thailand 🙂 Thanks for interesting videos
Thanks for taking time to watch and for making a comment, I have seen with my own eyes both the UK and Thailand and Thailand wins hands down. Best wishes for your future plans.🙏
Well done I hope it helps some retirees stuck in those care homes in other ( countries ) or others thinking of the future in years to come,after the budget I think there could be quiet a few upping sticks.
It is possible to do with a helpful family, also aimed at future retirees who now face loosing everything in old age if they fail to plan for the future. Work all your life to have your wealth taken away from you how sad. 🙏
Thanks for taking the time to research this very important topic. There are a few of you expats over there touching on this topic and it is very appreciated. I'm now considering putting this on my list of things to do in Hua Hin in December.
Thanks for watching and taking time to comment. Best wishes for your future plans.
You look much thinner in the face - your diet is working!
I saw some cracking retirement Sunshine homes by the sea in Hua Hin; 42,000 a month for a 2 bedroom for 2 people then 17,000 each for the breakfast, lunch and dinner package all with a drink and endless tea and coffee. The shuttle bus goes to town and or seafront every day.
I'm hoping to do it at 67.
Thanks for watching and for taking time to comment. Best wishes Les. Enjoy your search.
Good information Les, cracking channel, chok dee sir.
Much appreciated and very grateful🙏🙏 for you taking time to comment.
Might be an option if you are already ex-pat or in the process of sorting out retirement visa.
But trying to sort it out when you are already in the UK's system could be difficult aswell as maybe your own family getting in the way of your choice.
This I think needs advanced planning in order to get it set up right unless you have a family that's willing to overcome the hurdles to set it up.
I looked it up myself some years ago and cost wise it's a no brainer, if you have the acumen to set it up for others to carry out prior to you needing it.
I think you can delay it if you know you have it but I have to say I will be making a video about my plans if this should happen in my older age, I HAVE A PLAN LOL. Released soon.🙏
Well said mate :)
Question for you, what part / .area of Rayong do you advice to settle in for a new retiree who wants to avoid too many tourists yet not be too far from some social life and entertainment?
Mae Rampueng beach area quite a few bars around this area, nice long beach, a little run down in my opinion but from there all the way up to Laem Mae Phim your spoilt for choice. Rayong is a Big Province.
Hi Les, I think your figures are way off with live in care. My partner does 24/7 live in care, she gets paid £800 per week from an agency, that's £4.75 per hour, even if you double that for the agency's stake, that's £9.50 per hour. Nowhere near £29 per hour !
This was taken from a website offering care at home, If you qualify then you can claim benefits towards this cost but many will not be able to do so. Thanks for your comment, your partner may only get this amount but the agency make money also by charging the rates mentioned in this post. What is the Cost of Live in Care?
Exploring the cost of 24 hour live in care? A residential home or care home is not the only option. Live-in home care can be an affordable alternative, allowing your loved one to stay safe, healthy and independent in their own home. A full time live in career in the UK can cost between £1250 and £1500 per week.
How does live in care save money?
The cost of live-in care can be expensive but compared with the average cost of care home fees, is likely to be more economic.
Firstly, By staying at home, there will be no forced sale of the property meaning the value can increase and equity released if appropriate. Secondly, additional fees and services are limited. Thirdly, the career can sometimes have time off and family can assist, reducing weekly and annual costs.
Duh! How much are the agency charging the caree - maybe £29 ph???
Who cares what your partner is paid is irrelevant to the subject.
Maybe make a viideo about why live in carers are so badly paid
@@toneloc-cz2xi tetchy much 😂
Lawyer told me that if its a married couple and 1 person needs to go in to care,the government can only take half
Thanks for that Info but even finding half this would destroy the other half's life and debt would consume the rest. My suggestion would be to Rent the Marital home out to cover costs and move together and still remain in control. But there are solutions out there. Best wishes.🙏
This is excellent information. Thanks for sharing. I think that this topic is a great niche topic to put a lot of time into for those of us thinking about retiring in Thailand or looking for alternatives to western prices and our poor care.
Thanks for watching and taking time to comment, I will be doing a video soon about my plans on getting old living here in Thailand.
Yikes!
Sorry to hear about your mom and your 50/50 odds of being afflicted with dementia.
Have you taken any steps to try to delay it?
How about future care plans?
I have an agreement with the Mrs..... to take me "swimming" in the Mun River at about 11 pm. It will look like I just "wondered" off. Problem solved.
If only it were that easy.
We all have our thoughts on this matter. Best wishes, put off swimming as long as possible.
If I had no family I would 💯 go to Asia then enter a care home when I need to. The hard part is when you have family and if they want to visit or you want them to visit it's a difficult choice to move away from them. Let's face it after you go down hill with dementia or Alzheimer's you won't remember your family and your family most likely won't want to visit you anymore. But if you didn't go to Asia before that stage you probably won't be able to do it. Living longer is great as long as you can still function mentally but when you can't it's only a burden for everyone involved. Harsh yes but Fact.
Keir Starmer has a solution now uk OAPS cut the £300 winter fuel allowance and the politicians are going to debate assisted dying oh the £billons they going to save 😂😂
I am in favor of assisted Dying, quality of life is so important, I have my own exit strategy should I wish to chose this method because my quality of life is not worth living. There will be deaths this year because of the removal of the funding.
Yes, and it's a good job the new Labour government has found the money for the junior doctors because they are going to be busy treating pensioners with pneumonia and hypothermia this winter!
Nice vlog
Thanks so much for taking time to watch and comment.🙏
Thailand's palliative care is not as developed as the West. But I agree the Thai health care system has benefits that far surpass the Western methods of just parking the elderly with more neglect than anything.
Thanks for your comment and for watching.
Great info thank you for sharing, The uk would wipe out your house if owned in 3 years aprox, Dam shame,
They do take everything off you if they possibly can. Planning is the key to avoid such things happening.
Good info
Have seen here , in inner Norwat , they dragging the old boy out of his seat
But , then on the coast , they SAF
Too take into consideration, now in thailand, we can have a smoke , and too have your balls having a stroke
Let's go thailand , , eat food ... live good
I own my house if I went into a home they can sell my house and take the money and they take my ponison &give me maybe 20poundsa week they take the rest and some one who never worked a day will get it for feerthiland is the place to retire in for me &u get great wheather at no cost all year😊
Yes they will drain you of the assets until you reach 23,500 pounds. Here your money goes much further and there are ways to afford this. Watch my next video to get some possible solutions to this.
Residents where i am pay roughly £1900 PER WEEK
shocking when often theres no horlicks or biscuits to offer them !!!
What a ripoff.
Wow sorry to hear. Thanks for watching.
I will look it up I had a stroke &I am getting home care and it’s crap they don’t call sometimes and they r in &out in a couple of minutes the number one thing to them is time the sonnet they finsh it better for them so they r doing u as quick as I possible I feel like a pice of meat and they’re all the same I will definitely look it up if I go to a home here they can sell my house to pay for it and I heard they will be in control of ur ponsion I worked hard all my life I don’t plan to end up in a home here I have a great ferind just like ur mate he was a great singer he knows nobody
They will take everything until you only have 23,500 pounds. Sad but true. Best wishes for your future plans.
my gran had to sell her home to pay for the care home my mum got what was left over after she passed
That's terrible. If she never had a house I'm sure it would have been free. Sorry for your loss.
All them years of hard work to be taken away from her. Thanks for your comment.
My dad has parkinsons
Getting old we get something we would not want. Best wishes for your Dad.🙏
£1000 a week is scandalous 🤬
I'm actually from the uk but I now live in Ontario, Canada 🇨🇦.
A very good friend of Mines mother in law has severe dementia unfortunately. The family had to sell her home and are currently paying over $7500 a month for her in a care facility. It's sad.
Getting old is not cheap.
Money to be made from old people in care, big business. Look for value. Thanks for your comment Best wishes.
@@RetiredandLivingthedream
Unfortunately you are right
We have messaged each other a few times. As you know in on Ontario, Canada . Originally from chester. Beautiful place . I go home to see my mum often. I miss silly things like the food and of course family. I'm ok over here. I'm 54 and my Canadian gf is 40. I give myself 10 years max over here as she has a 13 year old and of course we want to see her on a good path. When that's done we are gone from here for a simpler life. No flash Cars. Beat the Jones etc. No me at all.
I love your videos. It's great to see a good....solid man who tell us how it is. Keep up with the videos. Ty Les !!
It’s more than $1000 a week in the U.S for a private facility and that’s just basic care. There are also extras to pay for
Still a lot of dosh mate. If your married to a Thai as you said they will look after you.
Getting old in ant country is not cheap. Thanks for watching.
Sunshine International retirement residence s would look a whole lot more attractive les if Andrew could get a deal done to buy the builders yard behind the apartments with the tropical pool and next to the new block in your photo , you obviously never went to the new block or you would have seen the yard ,I went from Middlesbrough in July this year and seen for myself . I'm retired too,and don't fancy what's on offer here at all .
The apartments were not finished at the time of my last visit, I plan on doing another visit this year if time permits so I will look at what you seen. Thanks for pointing that out. 🙏
The UK is cooked. The more you pay into the system the more they fleece you.
They have ways of taking what you earned at the end of life. 🙏
If someone goes into a Thai care facility then eventually gets where they can't function how do they go about all the visa crap and your money gets paid if you aren't able to think for yourself. Especially if you are in your own
I suggest you do your homework ie get a power of attorney and no need for bad language Thai immigration is very respectful
Good question
at first try to get health insurance in assited living phase...good luck!
All of what you mentioned can be dealt with, as suggested Lawyers, this dementia does not suddenly appear so taking positive steps for your suggested problems in the future would be a wise move to assure all the boxes are ticked, Sunshine international help with visa issues also. A top class provider would help out in any situation.