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In reply to the discussion: More Baby Boomers Facing Old Age Alone [View all]JDPriestly
(57,936 posts)or in any kind of romantic relationship to share costs. The problem is that a lot of the people who are single either don't like living with another person or are difficult to get along with or have some really big problem such as a health problem or addiction. That makes it hard to find people to share with.
In response to some of the other posts, our society is unusual in that we do not live in or even near extended families. This isn't just a disadvantage in our final years. It also makes it tough on young families.
Grandparents can be a wonderful support for young people trying to work and raise small children. It's a shame that American families so often live far apart. Many children would benefit from the attention of their grandparents.