You think if you are married, you will have someone taking care of you when you are old and senile? Think again.

Many old folks have been abandoned by their children for one reason or another. Mainly because the children cannot afford to take care of them, or because the old folks neglected to take care of their children when they were young. There are also cases where the people outlived their children and spouses.

On the other hand, singles who are wealthy can always engage professional help. High end nursing homes where they can live out their last days in comfort and dignity