Thanks for the great interview! I have suffered several thromboembolisms (80% of people die from them) I have a clotted cava (IVC) filter in me now ... I am a disabled person from the Ukrainian city of Mariupol, my business, my home and even my neighborhood where I grew up were completely destroyed there. In order for me to have a more or less normal blood supply, I need warmth. By the will of fate, I am on the Philippines. Happy to subscribe to your channel! I opened my own TH-cam channel and people with kind hearts subscribed to it. My English is not perfect, I have to attract viewers with visuals, more than with conversations. But I study English every day.
Wow. Thank you for sharing. Im happy you found happiness here. If you'd like to share your story on my live stream. Please let me know, and we can set up a time and you can join from your laptop or phone
You only live once . I am glad he is a fighter . He goes and gets it . He has more ambition than most people that don’t have a disability . What a go getter
I have used my disability as an excuse NOT to follow through on my dream. I am so glad I stumbled across this video. This is what I needed. I always thought it would be impossible to get around in the Philippines as a disabled person. Obviously I am very wrong. I too will be selling everything - life is too short not too.
Thanks for interviewing Chad. Being a disabled Californian myself, I've been looking for a good vlog that interviews an American wheeler that has taken the big plunge and moved to the Phils. As you could guess, there's so much I'd like to ask this guy, being a wheeler myself. I'm going to email you to see if you can help me get in touch with him.
I've seen some vet driving around his motorized chair here at the outskirts of Taguig City. Some of the cities have bike lanes (Taguig, Pasig...) so it's doable. It's probably safer in the smaller cities because we have a lot of vehicles and traffic in the main road. The air quality is not ideal. You can choose to live in gated communities or our version of suburbs. There are many options. Just do your proper research and due diligence. Imagine the lifestyle you want to live. Identify the communities that might meet those requirements. You'd have access to world-class healthcare in the big cities. You can probably find affordable care help and physical therapy if you needed one. If you need special care or meds, find out first if you can get them if you're in the PH. Visit these communities first before making long-term commitments like buying properties, relationships, etc. Check also you qualify for SRRV. Probably helps if you know people who have connections to the communities you want to visit so they can refer people who can help you on your visit or transition.
@@orlandodizon4755 Thanks Orlando. Your advice is spot-on. I'm looking at Makati, BGC and Cebu as they look reasonably accessible, have great medical facilities and no brownouts. I agree if I get serious, the key is do a trial-trip first.
@@johncarlson6472 , Rent a place for 6 months first before u decide in any place. It took me 6 years and I finally found a place in south west UK by the coast. It is very affordable and beautiful.
The best thing is the people. The Filipino people are very loving, caring and always willing to help even the security guards help when they see elderly or disabled people, they offer hands to help, a huge contrast to the American or Western people, especially to people like Chad. The next thing also about the Philippines are foods are within reach, even the malls. It is about proximity to all, to people, restaurants, malls and everything.
I too am glad to have found this video. My military career has left me in a power chair and now legelly blind. But I was not afraid to get on a plane, go to another country to meet the lady I had be communicating with for over a year. I really would like to meet this guy in person, but for medical reasons I have to stay in America. Please, Please give my name and email to him as I have need of a Filipino virtual assistant. Oh! yea, the lady I went to meet in the Philippines has been my wife for 10 years and we are very, very happy together. Children are all grown up, college educated and have their own careers, so we tell everyone we are still on our honeymoon. Want so much to visit with this man.
I sold or gave away everything but 6 suitcases worth and moved to Philippines. It also really depends on what medications you need here to survive. My nexium is $100 a month, pain patch is $30 a week if I can ever find them. Tramadol is cheap and don't need a prescription but stuff like morphine is highly controlled and will need a pain management doctor here. The biggest problem is not all pharmacy have supply of all meds. I'm in Manila area not the province and I struggle to find some of my medications causing me to not have them and be in pain a lot. So if you can get your meds from your country that may help you a lot. All that being said I'm still happier here with my wife then I was in America, things are no longer dark for me, most will understand. Now we're are working on our house in Cavite while helping her family in province. Malls here are clean but streets are extremely hard to get around on here. Especially for wheelchair. A long of times the sidewalk is taken by a house to make a store or a store extending its footprint. Not many street ramps, and I've found many sidewalks impassable even with just my cane because they have a tree or power line in center of it. Sorry so long it's just an important topic most should do more research on before moving with no hope of returning to a normal life. #BiikandKuting
Yes. You have to make sure you can get your meds or specialized care in the community where you plan to reside. I'm a local. A friend had to order meds from the US. Good thing is that ordinary meds and healthcare are much cheaper here. You also get discounts if you're a senior citizen. Some of the newer gated subdivisions or condominium projects provide better access for persons with mobility issues. But moving on a wheelchair while outside of those subdivisions and condos might be challenging. People who want to relocate here must visit the communities first and try to live there for a time before making long-term commitments. In many areas, walking on sidewalks can be challenging even if you have no disability.
I broke my neck before in a car wreck. I was a passenger and my side was the one that went in the air, and slammed into the ground. The roof was caved in so far that it broke my seat. I was in the ER for 3 days. They said I was lucky it knocked me out, and that I was wearing my seat belt. It is a scary and rough thing to go through. The pain comes and goes, but can hit hard some days. I personally don't like medicine, so I try natural things. The most dangerous places in the Philippines are our calmest violent areas. Theft, yes, but dangerous, I never felt like my life was in danger. Those items can be replaced. My friend rented an apartment in Indiana here in the US, and had bullets come through his wall and hit his TV. I lived in areas if you wore all red, or all blue, you would be killed or beat half to death. I had a friend that happened too. I had a roommate that I tried to help leave an abusive ex, and he ended killingnher, and burying her under his shed. I had another young work friend get shot when her boyfriend went to buy weed. The Philippines people still have morals, some take desperate measures to feed their family, so I do not think I would feel bad of I got robbed there. I am not afraid to die, but I won't push the limits and find out, how desperate they may be, for those items.
I am disabled and living in Thailand. I imagine the Philippines is like Thailand . Not disability or wheelchair friendly. But the people help. I wish you all the best.
Been here 6 years - 5 in Cebu City - 1.5 Km from the mall in the vid. Now in own house on Bohol. I'm 76 , my companion for those 6 years is now 41. She spent 14 years as an OFW (Overseas Filipino Worker) - nanny, housekeeper in Dubai, Hong Cong, Tokyo. Can prepare Western, Asian Middle Eastern dishes and of course Filipino. Biggest difficulty we have is that she goes into "nanny mode" when I try to do something physical. "I get boys to do that, we hire someone, you stop / rest now, etc." Doesn't really understand American male mentality - she compares my age / physical abilities to those expected of Filipino men my age. I must admit I do tend to over do it. Like 12 hours putting in a small CR - in family house - no ventilation (HOT) - got dehydrated - spent 3 days in hospital. That's worth a vid all by itself. Have PhilHeath - cost me I believe P500?
Wow thank you for sharing your story. If you'd like to do it on camera, send me a message the next time you're in cebu city and we'll grab a coffee and you can tell me all about your experience 👍🏼🙏
@@watersbey25 Considering I'm 76 and still occasionally act like I did at 40, experiencing onset of balance difficulties, multiple concussions can do that, her concerns are valid. Better nanny than DGAS. "Don't give a sh!t"
@@lamoe4175 Daily squats will give you an edge on improving your balance. They are not fun, but will give you added strength Along with an anti slip rubber shower mat from Lazada. Best wishes
Thank you for sharing your good views about our country, it's a pleasure having you here in the Philippines, enjoy your stay here and more luck in your business endeavours.
Great video it's good to see and very informational informal especially with for people with disabilities I know a lot of people have talked about this area being great for people with disabilities but no one's actually interviewed anyone that I've seen actually talking to someone who has disability
I have CMT and wear orthotics. I'm mobile but steps without handrails is a problem. I seriously consider moving to the Philippines but social security said I would lose my disability if I'm outside the US for more than 30 days.
I would not sell everything. I would put things in a storage at least for a couple of years. You never know what will happens.and it be hard to start over if you have to go back home.
Reminds me of my wife’s cuz in-law who was a paramedic in the USA Army. He got injured in the Middle East .But he is a very strong minded man plays ice hockey y he is almost always in every competition there is in y out of state of CA y drives his own specialized SUV, his wife (a nurse y mayor’s daughter fr Subic )
Very nice interview and inspiring story. It’s important that we consider our peace of mind as a source of happiness. Material things don’t bring true happiness. Perfect examples are all the celebrities that have lots money and material possessions but are absolutely miserable. Thanks for sharing a great storyline ✌🏾.
Easily to answer, you can't find in your country the care, unlike Philippines, you can see how Pilipinos care to those people from other countries,yes we are not perfect but mostly Pilipinos are caring no matter who are.
I remember my fiancee disability he had stroke in uk then he came here in Philippines but he choice Dumaguete to stay ,he has a diabetic also I never expect he die here in Philippines and family not help 😢very sad
So he's on a wheel chair, no family here, got to be a damn fool, sold everything just to move to a 3rd world country, medical care is Stone Age, he's crazy.
He need to relax, advise him to visit Siargao for a month, I just came from there, two weeks is not enough- a lot of foreigner there bought lot beach front and do business. If he wants someone to guide him in Siargao I have relatives there so he can enjoy much without worry in the place, thanks
Already been thru country changes as a minor, twice. Doing the same later in life is not such a huge deal if you have the right mindset and preparation.
If you have enough $ - you can do whatever it will afford you to do - has been my experience for most of my 73 years. Creativity plays a role often overlooked. Some are are much better at it than others. -- My experience also revealed "attitude" - is everything !
This was a good video for me to see I’ve been really considering going to the Philippines to live out the remainder of my life. I’ve been doing a lot of research, and the most important thing to me is rather I will have the caregivers in place. to continue keeping myself healthy I currently get 10 hours of coverage a day which is three hours in the morning and seven at 7 1/2 hours at night I would really like to find a place that would be Big enough so I could have a persons live with me in case I needed anything throughout the night. That’s how I survive here in the US. does this gentleman live in the area that is called IT Park in Cebu that seems to be the area that I would want to live in
He lives near Ayala Business Park. Whi I recommend as well. I suggest comebfir a 1 or 2 month visit to get a good feel for the place before taking the plunge
You might want to consider Siargao Island.. The cost of living is cheap but everyday you will have that feeling of contentment because of the island beach vibes... The island right now is very popular to foreign tourists... if you don't have an emergency condition, try to live there... it is not a high class municipality because it is an island, several hours away from the city, but if you'd like to live a peaceful and happy life then retire in Siargao.
Pilipinos are nice but They can not Be trusted with money...be careful with your retirement money sir..❤❤❤good luck and enjoy my friend welcome to my country...😅
Its not just Filipinos money makes some people weird even members of your family my experience by the way. We just have to be careful as to who we interact especially when it involves money and property, Trust no one.
True! Just find personally a partner to be sure...thats life here but, wait for the right time....and be careful to others who do bad, there's all bad people in the world out of 10 peeps you have 1 is bad... 🙏🥰🇵🇭🇺🇲
My suggestion is stay out of politics and when anyone pushes it on you do your own research. Since I started doing that it changed my views. I live in Texas and I see the corruption 1st hand. As an expat the only thing you should worry about is policy's that effect your money.
In the Phils you don't have problem in food you can find/eat all the food that you have been eating in yiur countries if nit you can find a lot if substitute/delicious food
Hello sir! You got my attention and i just subscribe to your channel. You had to explain the advantages and disadvantages of hospitals here in the U.S.A and the Philippines if you live there by yourself alone. Unless you meet a good real friends who look after you when you get sick and need to go to the hospital. I am a Filipina married to an American and presently living here in South Carolina.
If ever my fellow filipino don'nt treat him nice.He can call Sen.Raffy Tulfo.😊❤Wish he can find someone who will love him en takecare when he get old😊.
Happy if it works out. For every success story, there are probably 10 disaster stories for doing this without first doing your 'due diligence.' Go stay in a country first, maybe rent out your home through Airnb, and live here for 6 months, so you can weigh the plusses and minuses before a permanent move.
He would be better off here than in the US where housing and food prices are off the roof! He can go out and eat a good burger or a plate of pasta without having to dish out $20 per plate. Plus living in an island with fresh air would do him alot of good. By the way he better eat some of our Baluts to help him stay young!!
Balut has too much cholesterol. In the Philippines you need somebody to assist and look after you when you are sick and hospitalized. In USA you just call the ambulance and bring you to the hospital and the hospital gonna take good care of you. That is one of the biggest disadvantages for a foreigner living in the Philippines.
@@Livingabroadalex It's probably easier now. You can order food and medicine online. There are some apps when you can pay people to run errands. You can hire somebody to take care of you. The guard or concierge of the subdivision or condo will call you a cab to take you to the hospital. Someone might probably accompany you. My friend had an American client he had to rush to a hospital. The client survived and back to his regular health. He's in the country for another visit. The main constraint is that if you need special meds or special care, you have to make sure you will have access from your target community. Good thing that the hospital the client went to have specific meds he needed. Some meds you have to order from abroad. The best specialized care are located in the big cities. Some of the private hospitals here are world-class. Meds and healthcare are cheaper here compared to the US. Foreigners have to have cash set aside for big emergencies.
I've been in the Philippines and work in public transit here in California. I noticed one comment from someone in a wheelchair who's ready to sell everything and make the big move? There are no A.D.A laws in the Philippines. Yes Filipinos are extremely helpful, but there are alot of establishments without access! Vehicles like large busses are brought to the Philippines after being used up somewhere else, and there's a good chance the ramp and lift isn't functioning. But like i said, Filipinos are very helpful.........So if you're too embarrassed about being carried out of your wheelchair? Or if it's impossible because you weigh too much? I would do a visit before totally deciding......And consider that you would need more money to live in a more modern section.
I have never been to the Philippines but know someone from there and also have seen lots of these videos on living there, like this one. Yes, the sidewalks are said to be hard to navigate, even for able-bodied people, and there are no A.D.A. laws there, like you said. Another commenter said he wanted to come over but SSI-DI won't pay if he's living outside of the U.S. (altho I'm not sure why he can't just say he's living with a relative in the U.S., have the $$$ direct deposited, with him really living elsewhere, saying he's just visiting the Philippines). You will notice, when asked how he gets his money, that he is living off a huge $$$ settlement he got previously...good for him. I see a lot of commenters saying I'm disabled and via this video, it looks like I'd be able to get around just fine...when it's clear to me that, while this guy is very happy and content with his location, he's happy and able to get around easily BECAUSE he's in that specific location. Yeah, I'd check it out first...good advice.
@@bettywith2girls I haven't even gotten into service and repair for wheelchairs? Also, people talk about living there on their SSI or DI which is not allowed under law. Yes, I'm sure it can be done anyway, but then no free health insurance. My opinion is someone in a wheelchair would need a very decent income to enjoy a sense of independence and mobility in the Philippines. Definitely not for those on subsidizes income, housing and healthcare.
Some people win the lottery then a few years later go broke and they blame god or their luck or whatever. While some other peeps are happy in a wheelchair. Its NEVER the conditions. U have to deal with whatever u got. Its always the peeps.
You can't live like a king for $3,000 per month here. But you can live comfortably without a gf. A girlfriend will cost more per month You can enjoy unlimited air con, internet maid service medication and medical visits at a better hospital. Since he lives in a small $300 per month condo, has no gf, eats mall food, and doesn't travel staying in $100 per night hotels, he will live happily in a respectful housing complex witth security. Flying back to the USA regularly, buying imported liquor or eating steak and lobster at TGI Fridays type restaurants every day at $40.00 per visit will be limited.
Ironic the same place texarkana is were once infamous serial killer, the fully mask known as the phantom👻 killer of Texarkana! He terrorize the small town serveral years after world war war 2 at ended! The authorities never captured the infamous killer. There's two movies made about him an the towns people. The town that dreaded sundown, an inspiring true story movie. My historical information for today. Have a great fabulous wonderful day.
14:06 That is why I keep a fake wallet in my back pocket and my good wallet in my front pocket with the money and my phone is on my belt on the front side of me
Ive been in France, and Barcelona Spain the thieves are very good over there you wouldnt even notice, we were warned as tourist to keep our valuables in front handbags or backpacks and put your arms over it when with the crowds. I carry a fannie pack under my shirt where i keep my money and passport. What im trying to say is be very careful whereever you are because there are desperate people out there, and will do anything to rob you if they get a chance.
Wise decision you made. You can afford to get help there esp caregiver. It’s so expensive in America and ur pension is nothing n you might end homeless too.
Let's take the Philippines even though it's a part of the US, it's very beneficial after all, the Philippines is like the US and naturalized for people
Good luck living in Philippines. I hope you lady won't scam you. I feel sorry to Foreigner who scammed by Filipina. They want only money. Not all there were good Filipina out there still on the store for you. Always pray to God that he will send you a good woman that will love you and not your money. The one that really care for you and love you really without the money intention for her love. Some women tell you I love you for money. Not for you.
Thanks for the great interview!
I have suffered several thromboembolisms (80% of people die from them)
I have a clotted cava (IVC) filter in me now ...
I am a disabled person from the Ukrainian city of Mariupol,
my business, my home and even my neighborhood where I grew up were completely destroyed there.
In order for me to have a more or less normal blood supply, I need warmth.
By the will of fate, I am on the Philippines.
Happy to subscribe to your channel!
I opened my own TH-cam channel and people with kind hearts subscribed to it.
My English is not perfect, I have to attract viewers with visuals, more than with conversations.
But I study English every day.
Wow. Thank you for sharing. Im happy you found happiness here. If you'd like to share your story on my live stream. Please let me know, and we can set up a time and you can join from your laptop or phone
Salute to you for being adventurous inspite of physical set back. God bless you
Wow IGOR How Are You ? Glad you watched Alex Channel too …. ✌️👌👍🙌🙏
Hi i am one of your subscriber from the Philippines based here in uae😊
@jovenmateo5936 thanks! Welcome to the channel
You only live once . I am glad he is a fighter . He goes and gets it . He has more ambition than most people that don’t have a disability . What a go getter
I have used my disability as an excuse NOT to follow through on my dream. I am so glad I stumbled across this video. This is what I needed. I always thought it would be impossible to get around in the Philippines as a disabled person. Obviously I am very wrong. I too will be selling everything - life is too short not too.
don't sell out till you check it out, many guys do that and some regret it. But if you come here you can hire a care giver for $150 a month live in
@rayray2076 great advice
I recommend ypu visit here first. There will still be some challenges. But definitely not impossible
Sell everything and move to Philippines which is the heaven on earth and Philippians are the best people in the world.
@Samk-hg5sk yes the beaches and people are absolutely amazing!!
Thanks for interviewing Chad. Being a disabled Californian myself, I've been looking for a good vlog that interviews an American wheeler that has taken the big plunge and moved to the Phils. As you could guess, there's so much I'd like to ask this guy, being a wheeler myself. I'm going to email you to see if you can help me get in touch with him.
Glad you enjoyed the. Sure no problem
I've seen some vet driving around his motorized chair here at the outskirts of Taguig City. Some of the cities have bike lanes (Taguig, Pasig...) so it's doable. It's probably safer in the smaller cities because we have a lot of vehicles and traffic in the main road. The air quality is not ideal. You can choose to live in gated communities or our version of suburbs. There are many options. Just do your proper research and due diligence. Imagine the lifestyle you want to live. Identify the communities that might meet those requirements. You'd have access to world-class healthcare in the big cities. You can probably find affordable care help and physical therapy if you needed one. If you need special care or meds, find out first if you can get them if you're in the PH. Visit these communities first before making long-term commitments like buying properties, relationships, etc. Check also you qualify for SRRV. Probably helps if you know people who have connections to the communities you want to visit so they can refer people who can help you on your visit or transition.
@@orlandodizon4755 Thanks Orlando. Your advice is spot-on. I'm looking at Makati, BGC and Cebu as they look reasonably accessible, have great medical facilities and no brownouts. I agree if I get serious, the key is do a trial-trip first.
@@johncarlson6472 , Rent a place for 6 months first before u decide in any place. It took me 6 years and I finally found a place in south west UK by the coast. It is very affordable and beautiful.
The best thing is the people. The Filipino people are very loving, caring and always willing to help even the security guards help when they see elderly or disabled people, they offer hands to help, a huge contrast to the American or Western people, especially to people like Chad. The next thing also about the Philippines are foods are within reach, even the malls. It is about proximity to all, to people, restaurants, malls and everything.
Agreed!
I wish nothing but the best to this guy. i hope he finds someone who will truly love him and take care of him. Sorry for my english😂
Your English is fine
I wish him the same
Your English is perfect 👍🏼
I too am glad to have found this video. My military career has left me in a power chair and now legelly blind. But I was not afraid to get on a plane, go to another country to meet the lady I had be communicating with for over a year. I really would like to meet this guy in person, but for medical reasons I have to stay in America. Please, Please give my name and email to him as I have need of a Filipino virtual assistant. Oh! yea, the lady I went to meet in the Philippines has been my wife for 10 years and we are very, very happy together. Children are all grown up, college educated and have their own careers, so we tell everyone we are still on our honeymoon. Want so much to visit with this man.
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I sold or gave away everything but 6 suitcases worth and moved to Philippines. It also really depends on what medications you need here to survive. My nexium is $100 a month, pain patch is $30 a week if I can ever find them. Tramadol is cheap and don't need a prescription but stuff like morphine is highly controlled and will need a pain management doctor here. The biggest problem is not all pharmacy have supply of all meds. I'm in Manila area not the province and I struggle to find some of my medications causing me to not have them and be in pain a lot. So if you can get your meds from your country that may help you a lot. All that being said I'm still happier here with my wife then I was in America, things are no longer dark for me, most will understand. Now we're are working on our house in Cavite while helping her family in province. Malls here are clean but streets are extremely hard to get around on here. Especially for wheelchair. A long of times the sidewalk is taken by a house to make a store or a store extending its footprint. Not many street ramps, and I've found many sidewalks impassable even with just my cane because they have a tree or power line in center of it. Sorry so long it's just an important topic most should do more research on before moving with no hope of returning to a normal life. #BiikandKuting
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and experiences. I'm sure people will find this helpful 🙏
@@Livingabroadalex my pleasure, I'm always up to help and answer questions.
Yes. You have to make sure you can get your meds or specialized care in the community where you plan to reside. I'm a local. A friend had to order meds from the US. Good thing is that ordinary meds and healthcare are much cheaper here. You also get discounts if you're a senior citizen. Some of the newer gated subdivisions or condominium projects provide better access for persons with mobility issues. But moving on a wheelchair while outside of those subdivisions and condos might be challenging. People who want to relocate here must visit the communities first and try to live there for a time before making long-term commitments. In many areas, walking on sidewalks can be challenging even if you have no disability.
Wow,,, seems like he had a bunch more to say, A truly fascinating man from Texas, giving good advice. Thanks Alex. Another outstanding interview!
Glad you enjoyed it 😊
Thank you for sharing this gentleman's story ! It was very inspiring indeed!
Thank you for watching and commenting. I'm glad you enjoyed it 😊
I broke my neck before in a car wreck. I was a passenger and my side was the one that went in the air, and slammed into the ground. The roof was caved in so far that it broke my seat. I was in the ER for 3 days. They said I was lucky it knocked me out, and that I was wearing my seat belt. It is a scary and rough thing to go through. The pain comes and goes, but can hit hard some days. I personally don't like medicine, so I try natural things.
The most dangerous places in the Philippines are our calmest violent areas. Theft, yes, but dangerous, I never felt like my life was in danger. Those items can be replaced. My friend rented an apartment in Indiana here in the US, and had bullets come through his wall and hit his TV. I lived in areas if you wore all red, or all blue, you would be killed or beat half to death. I had a friend that happened too. I had a roommate that I tried to help leave an abusive ex, and he ended killingnher, and burying her under his shed. I had another young work friend get shot when her boyfriend went to buy weed.
The Philippines people still have morals, some take desperate measures to feed their family, so I do not think I would feel bad of I got robbed there. I am not afraid to die, but I won't push the limits and find out, how desperate they may be, for those items.
Thank you for sharing your story. Stay strong 💪
You're welcome. There isn't much that bugs me these days. I have been to the bottom and made it.
I am disabled and living in Thailand.
I imagine the Philippines is like Thailand .
Not disability or wheelchair friendly. But the people help.
I wish you all the best.
Thank you for sharing
Thailand is cheaper and more fun compared to thailand!!
Philippines is not like Thailand, people here speak English not like in Thailand. I hope and pray you find good Filipinos who will help you.
I'm disabled thinking about moving 2 Thailand because I'm homeless on disability in the US. Gonna go between Thailand & the Philippines.
Great interview! Good guy! I agree with him on what he says about America. Many people do!
Been here 6 years - 5 in Cebu City - 1.5 Km from the mall in the vid. Now in own house on Bohol. I'm 76 , my companion for those 6 years is now 41. She spent 14 years as an OFW (Overseas Filipino Worker) - nanny, housekeeper in Dubai, Hong Cong, Tokyo. Can prepare Western, Asian Middle Eastern dishes and of course Filipino.
Biggest difficulty we have is that she goes into "nanny mode" when I try to do something physical. "I get boys to do that, we hire someone, you stop / rest now, etc."
Doesn't really understand American male mentality - she compares my age / physical abilities to those expected of Filipino men my age.
I must admit I do tend to over do it. Like 12 hours putting in a small CR - in family house - no ventilation (HOT) - got dehydrated - spent 3 days in hospital. That's worth a vid all by itself. Have PhilHeath - cost me I believe P500?
Wow thank you for sharing your story. If you'd like to do it on camera, send me a message the next time you're in cebu city and we'll grab a coffee and you can tell me all about your experience 👍🏼🙏
@@watersbey25 Considering I'm 76 and still occasionally act like I did at 40, experiencing onset of balance difficulties, multiple concussions can do that, her concerns are valid. Better nanny than DGAS. "Don't give a sh!t"
@@lamoe4175 Daily squats will give you an edge on improving your balance. They are not fun, but will give you added strength Along with an anti slip rubber shower mat from Lazada. Best wishes
I think it's amazing that he did that and I wish him the best
I think so too
Thanks for sharing your thoughts
Your interviewing
is a lot better
since you started
sir.. you’re pretty
good at seeing
from all angles,
perspectives
Thabk you!
Thank you for sharing your good views about our country, it's a pleasure having you here in the Philippines, enjoy your stay here and more luck in your business endeavours.
Saying hello from little rock, Arkansas. Stay strong and enjoyed brother.
great story, be strong and god bless
Great video it's good to see and very informational informal especially with for people with disabilities I know a lot of people have talked about this area being great for people with disabilities but no one's actually interviewed anyone that I've seen actually talking to someone who has disability
You're absolutely right! It's always good to talk to people who have first hand experience
I have CMT and wear orthotics. I'm mobile but steps without handrails is a problem. I seriously consider moving to the Philippines but social security said I would lose my disability if I'm outside the US for more than 30 days.
Is that because you are not 65 yet ?
Great interview! Inspiring.
Thank you! I'm glad ypu enjoyed it
I would not sell everything. I would put things in a storage at least for a couple of years. You never know what will happens.and it be hard to start over if you have to go back home.
I salute this man he wanted to enjoy his life inspite of his disability life is short enjoy it
Absolutely
Very interesting video and interesting to hear about his experiences. Thank You Alex 👍
Thanks Louis! I thought soo too 😊
Good luck in the Philippines,Sir,glad you came to my old country.God Bless you,Sir
Reminds me of my wife’s cuz in-law who was a paramedic in the USA Army. He got injured in the Middle East .But he is a very strong minded man plays ice hockey y he is almost always in every competition there is in y out of state of CA y drives his own specialized SUV, his wife (a nurse y mayor’s daughter fr Subic )
Wow! Thanks for sharing 😊
This video will inspire everyone on the fence about moving to the Philippines
Cool 😎 interview Alex and interesting 🤨 story. I hope all goes well for your guest in the Philippines 🇵🇭
Thank you! I hope too 😊
Very nice interview and inspiring story. It’s important that we consider our peace of mind as a source of happiness. Material things don’t bring true happiness. Perfect examples are all the celebrities that have lots money and material possessions but are absolutely miserable. Thanks for sharing a great storyline ✌🏾.
Well said and glad you enjoyed the video 😊
Good Point!
good for you I am from Camden Arkansas coming to the Philippines for 10 years now.
I met Chad at the Ayala mall in December the. Again in February! Nice to see he’s doing well! He seems to have lost weight? He’s looking healthier!
That's so interesting
Thanks for sharing
He seems to very doing fine!
I want to come to the Philippines now I'm disabled.
I want to try my luck there now more than ever 😊
Glad it was motivational
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Great interview - and great channel ... Hi from the UK
Easily to answer, you can't find in your country the care, unlike Philippines, you can see how Pilipinos care to those people from other countries,yes we are not perfect but mostly Pilipinos are caring no matter who are.
Lovely guy I wish him all the good luck in the world
amazing story 🎉 disability shouldnt stop one to find happiness
Yes absolutely!
I remember my fiancee disability he had stroke in uk then he came here in Philippines but he choice Dumaguete to stay ,he has a diabetic also I never expect he die here in Philippines and family not help 😢very sad
Sorry to hear about your loss.
What is important is he did what made him happy before he died ,he probably know whats coming for him.
Good interview Alex ❤❤
Thank you 😊
So he's on a wheel chair, no family here, got to be a damn fool, sold everything just to move to a 3rd world country, medical care is Stone Age, he's crazy.
👍🏽Great talk.
Just be careful Sir,😊❤❤Nice interview.😊
Thank you 😊
He need to relax, advise him to visit Siargao for a month, I just came from there, two weeks is not enough- a lot of foreigner there bought lot beach front and do business. If he wants someone to guide him in Siargao I have relatives there so he can enjoy much without worry in the place, thanks
Welcome,take care abd God bless😊
You should make a video on how foreigners are able to rent apartments! Do we sign leases? 1st, last, security deposit?
Will do 😊
Especially on Bohol, near Tagbilaran City and other places.
@oscarp2629 You can also find what you're looking here in Camiguin Island PH
Would you be brave enough to sell everything and move to a new country?
Already been thru country changes as a minor, twice. Doing the same later in life is not such a huge deal if you have the right mindset and preparation.
@@Gurkha9 true
@samanthajones4 thanks for sharing your thoughts. I agree. It's hard to trust people. Regardless, I wish him all the best too.
Got to be crazy to sell everything and go to the Philippines as a disabled person, I would have stayed home, he's a damn fool.
No I wouldn't do it and he's on a wheel chair, no family there.
Wow interesting story. Take care🙏🏻❤️
😊😊find your happiness and stay healthy. good luck.
Dude happy for you😊😊
Wow thank you Sir gor chossing Philippines to live .
Godbless ❤🙏🙏
He tells us the truth
I pray and wish he found someone who will be a good partner for him and may his book be successful too ...
The U.S. has great influence there.
We seen you at the social in Ayala mall a few times. We were there on vacation
Sorry about his mom, that is hard to deal with.. hurts both sides and they don’t mean to do it
It's difficult but not insurmountable for a person in a chair or similar type of mobility issue in some way.
If you have enough $ - you can do whatever it will afford you to do - has been my experience for most of my 73 years. Creativity plays a role often overlooked. Some are are much better at it than others. -- My experience also revealed "attitude" - is everything !
amazing story godbless this guy
Thank you! Hope he finds more happiness here 🙏
Thank you! Hope he finds more happiness here 🙏
This was a good video for me to see I’ve been really considering going to the Philippines to live out the remainder of my life. I’ve been doing a lot of research, and the most important thing to me is rather I will have the caregivers in place. to continue keeping myself healthy I currently get 10 hours of coverage a day which is three hours in the morning and seven at 7 1/2 hours at night I would really like to find a place that would be Big enough so I could have a persons live with me in case I needed anything throughout the night. That’s how I survive here in the US. does this gentleman live in the area that is called IT Park in Cebu that seems to be the area that I would want to live in
He lives near Ayala Business Park. Whi I recommend as well. I suggest comebfir a 1 or 2 month visit to get a good feel for the place before taking the plunge
You might want to consider Siargao Island.. The cost of living is cheap but everyday you will have that feeling of contentment because of the island beach vibes... The island right now is very popular to foreign tourists... if you don't have an emergency condition, try to live there... it is not a high class municipality because it is an island, several hours away from the city, but if you'd like to live a peaceful and happy life then retire in Siargao.
I Pray you'll find a Good philippines women
Good inspiring story.
Dulce vida apartments in Valencia, dumagete has wheelchair accessable apartments accessable baths and pool. Very nice place.
excellent interview
Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed it
Pilipinos are nice but They can not Be trusted with money...be careful with your retirement money sir..❤❤❤good luck and enjoy my friend welcome to my country...😅
Its not just Filipinos money makes some people weird even members of your family my experience by the way. We just have to be careful as to who we interact especially when it involves money and property, Trust no one.
True! Just find personally a partner to be sure...thats life here but, wait for the right time....and be careful to others who do bad, there's all bad people in the world out of 10 peeps you have 1 is bad... 🙏🥰🇵🇭🇺🇲
Wow i live Texarkana for 5 yrs
My Mom grew up on the Texas side of Texarkana!
What a really cool interview Alex he has an incredible story to tell 🆒😎👍
Definitely! That's why I decided to do a in depth interview with him!
@@Livingabroadalex What city he lives in???
@eddieBoxer cebu city
Best video for me so far. Its not all roses. Easy does it on the ladies and be carefull.
Happy for you.. im filipino but still any country.. have scammers .. so pls dont trust anyone anybody.. just enjoy ur lyf..
Lots of scammers in the Philippines!
My suggestion is stay out of politics and when anyone pushes it on you do your own research. Since I started doing that it changed my views. I live in Texas and I see the corruption 1st hand. As an expat the only thing you should worry about is policy's that effect your money.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts
In the Phils you don't have problem in food you can find/eat all the food that you have been eating in yiur countries if nit you can find a lot if substitute/delicious food
thats a nice interview very interesting❤
Thank you! Glad you think so 😊
Wishing him to find his soulmate here in Ph
Hello sir! You got my attention and i just subscribe to your channel. You had to explain the advantages and disadvantages of hospitals here in the U.S.A and the Philippines if you live there by yourself alone. Unless you meet a good real friends who look after you when you get sick and need to go to the hospital. I am a Filipina married to an American and presently living here in South Carolina.
Welcome to the channel and thanks for sharing your thoughts. 😊
What you need is a caregiver .....with your situation ....without string attach much better , that would save you all those emotional damage .
How do you take care of your health insurance/ expenses while in the Philippines.
I'll make a video on that
If ever my fellow filipino don'nt treat him nice.He can call Sen.Raffy Tulfo.😊❤Wish he can find someone who will love him en takecare when he get old😊.
What part of the filipines does he like for disables people?
Chad!!! Dude I want to come visit!
great content
Happy if it works out. For every success story, there are probably 10 disaster stories for doing this without first doing your 'due diligence.' Go stay in a country first, maybe rent out your home through Airnb, and live here for 6 months, so you can weigh the plusses and minuses before a permanent move.
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He would be better off here than in the US where housing and food prices are off the roof! He can go out and eat a good burger or a plate of pasta without having to dish out $20 per plate. Plus living in an island with fresh air would do him alot of good. By the way he better eat some of our Baluts to help him stay young!!
Thanks your thoughts
Some great points and not sure about Balut 😅
Balut has too much cholesterol. In the Philippines you need somebody to assist and look after you when you are sick and hospitalized. In USA you just call the ambulance and bring you to the hospital and the hospital gonna take good care of you. That is one of the biggest disadvantages for a foreigner living in the Philippines.
@simplelifeme2741 yes i agree!
@@simplelifeme2741well in Davao same we call 911 ambulance comes .
@@Livingabroadalex It's probably easier now. You can order food and medicine online. There are some apps when you can pay people to run errands. You can hire somebody to take care of you. The guard or concierge of the subdivision or condo will call you a cab to take you to the hospital. Someone might probably accompany you. My friend had an American client he had to rush to a hospital. The client survived and back to his regular health. He's in the country for another visit. The main constraint is that if you need special meds or special care, you have to make sure you will have access from your target community. Good thing that the hospital the client went to have specific meds he needed. Some meds you have to order from abroad. The best specialized care are located in the big cities. Some of the private hospitals here are world-class. Meds and healthcare are cheaper here compared to the US. Foreigners have to have cash set aside for big emergencies.
watching from rinconada bikol
I hope he’s being wise spending money otherwise he will end up homeless.
If you are a disable the Philippines taking care no matter what life you occur weather rich or poor
Very nice guy
Definitely 😊
Ayala, Cebu?
Yessir
I've been in the Philippines and work in public transit here in California. I noticed one comment from someone in a wheelchair who's ready to sell everything and make the big move? There are no A.D.A laws in the Philippines. Yes Filipinos are extremely helpful, but there are alot of establishments without access! Vehicles like large busses are brought to the Philippines after being used up somewhere else, and there's a good chance the ramp and lift isn't functioning. But like i said, Filipinos are very helpful.........So if you're too embarrassed about being carried out of your wheelchair? Or if it's impossible because you weigh too much? I would do a visit before totally deciding......And consider that you would need more money to live in a more modern section.
I have never been to the Philippines but know someone from there and also have seen lots of these videos on living there, like this one. Yes, the sidewalks are said to be hard to navigate, even for able-bodied people, and there are no A.D.A. laws there, like you said. Another commenter said he wanted to come over but SSI-DI won't pay if he's living outside of the U.S. (altho I'm not sure why he can't just say he's living with a relative in the U.S., have the $$$ direct deposited, with him really living elsewhere, saying he's just visiting the Philippines). You will notice, when asked how he gets his money, that he is living off a huge $$$ settlement he got previously...good for him. I see a lot of commenters saying I'm disabled and via this video, it looks like I'd be able to get around just fine...when it's clear to me that, while this guy is very happy and content with his location, he's happy and able to get around easily BECAUSE he's in that specific location. Yeah, I'd check it out first...good advice.
@@bettywith2girls I haven't even gotten into service and repair for wheelchairs? Also, people talk about living there on their SSI or DI which is not allowed under law. Yes, I'm sure it can be done anyway, but then no free health insurance. My opinion is someone in a wheelchair would need a very decent income to enjoy a sense of independence and mobility in the Philippines. Definitely not for those on subsidizes income, housing and healthcare.
Some people win the lottery then a few years later go broke and they blame god or their luck or whatever. While some other peeps are happy in a wheelchair. Its NEVER the conditions. U have to deal with whatever u got. Its always the peeps.
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He needs a tall visibility orange flag on the rear of hos wheelchair when riding in the street
It's his choice to sell everything to leave his rich country for a "considered" third world country; my country the Philippines. I wish him good luck.
You can't live like a king for $3,000 per month here. But you can live comfortably without a gf. A girlfriend will cost more per month You can enjoy unlimited air con, internet maid service medication and medical visits at a better hospital. Since he lives in a small $300 per month condo, has no gf, eats mall food, and doesn't travel staying in $100 per night hotels, he will live happily in a respectful housing complex witth security.
Flying back to the USA regularly, buying imported liquor or eating steak and lobster at TGI Fridays type restaurants every day at $40.00 per visit will be limited.
Ironic the same place texarkana is were once infamous serial killer, the fully mask known as the phantom👻 killer of Texarkana! He terrorize the small town serveral years after world war war 2 at ended! The authorities never captured the infamous killer. There's two movies made about him an the towns people. The town that dreaded sundown, an inspiring true story movie. My historical information for today. Have a great fabulous wonderful day.
Wow that's fascinating 🤝🍻
I think because of the infrastructure Thailand with a Fillipina girlfriend would be a better fit for him 😊
14:06 That is why I keep a fake wallet in my back pocket and my good wallet in my front pocket with the money and my phone is on my belt on the front side of me
Ive been in France, and Barcelona Spain the thieves are very good over there you wouldnt even notice, we were warned as tourist to keep our valuables in front handbags or backpacks and put your arms over it when with the crowds. I carry a fannie pack under my shirt where i keep my money and passport. What im trying to say is be very careful whereever you are because there are desperate people out there, and will do anything to rob you if they get a chance.
Wise decision you made. You can afford to get help there esp caregiver. It’s so expensive in America and ur pension is nothing n you might end homeless too.
Let's take the Philippines even though it's a part of the US, it's very beneficial after all, the Philippines is like the US and naturalized for people
yes and no. the Philippines is not a part of the United States. but it is heavily influenced my American standards and businesses, etc
no Philippines is a souvereign nation,it is not part of the us..and will never be...
Philippines is not part of the US. It is a Republic, an independent country. US is a major ally.
Was a territory of the usa from 1898 to just after ww ll.
the girls probably like it too. easier to keep him happy
Good luck living in Philippines. I hope you lady won't scam you. I feel sorry to Foreigner who scammed by Filipina. They want only money. Not all there were good Filipina out there still on the store for you. Always pray to God that he will send you a good woman that will love you and not your money. The one that really care for you and love you really without the money intention for her love. Some women tell you I love you for money. Not for you.