If you have a child, you have a 50% probability of being taken care of when old. If you have 2 kids, your probability increases. If you have no kids, you have zero probability.
Don't think living in a nursing home is that great. You hear of cases where the old folks are abused and these poor folks who are senile suffer in silence.
Good luck to you if you think your wealth will suffice for you in your old age. You will lonely, as noone really cares for you. If you have kids, there is a chance, no matter how small the chance is, that your kids will take care of you. I'm sure if you have cared for your kids and not neglected them when they are young (with the excuse of work, whereas you actually spend time clubbing and womanising), they will take care of you when you are old and senile.
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Originally Posted by Unregistered
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
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