At the age of 70, after a cerebral infarction, I lived in my children's house for three months, which made me see through the truth of old-age care in my later years: you can have anything, but you can't be sick.
After experiencing a cerebral infarction, I took turns living in my children's house for a while. This experience made me deeply aware of some of the cruel truths about retirement in my later years. First of all, health is undoubtedly the most valuable asset in later life. Once there is a serious health problem in the body, such as cerebral infarction, not only the quality of life is greatly reduced, but also for family members, long-term care is also a huge burden.
In my case, although the children are very filial and try their best to provide me with the best care, taking care of a sick elderly person over time can really have a negative impact on their daily life, work, and psychological state. It made me realise that, despite the depth of family affection, in real life, long-term care for an illness can be stressful for family members and may even affect their relationships.
This experience also made me reflect on my plans for my later life. I began to realize that in addition to relying on my children, I also needed to consider other ways to provide for the elderly, such as community services, retirement facilities or long-term care insurance. At the same time, I also appreciate the time I spend with my family and understand the importance of health and the ability to live as independently as my body allows.
Finally, this experience taught me that as people who are about to enter old age, we should be more proactive in planning our retirement life, while also understanding and respecting the feelings and abilities of our family members. With proper preparation and planning, we can better cope with the challenges we may encounter in our later years, ensuring our own quality of life and family harmony.