Why do some elderly people choose to live alone instead of getting married again or having a partner? Is it because they value their freedom and i...?

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Aging with an Attitude • 396.4K followers Our stories of life and aging. You must follow this Space to have yours posted.   Why do some elderly people choose to live alone instead of getting married again or having a partner? Is it because they value their freedom and independence as they age? Jo Welch, Director and Educator for licensed cosm (2001-present) Answered April 12   I waited late to marry. I spent 11 years living the most stressful time of my life. I used to think I did not want to grow old alone. After 11 years waiting for my husband ... Read more »     As an older person who has successfully spent their retirement years, what advice would you give to those approaching that stage? Alice Folk, Retired Bookkeeper/accountant at Retirement (2014-present) Answered May 4   Plan to be alone the last 20–25 years. Women generally outlive men so early retirement you might be half of a couple, then caregiver then widowed. Plan your own retirement ... Read more »     Niall MacDonagh, Retired old geezer (2022-present) Posted Aug 18 Turning 70 is just one of many major transitions between the cradle and the grave. Read more » I have found everything changes when you are over 70, both healthwise and your outlook. But no one talks about it. How has your life changed? From Birth to death we pass through many stages. 70, if we make it that far, is only one of them. For me, the absolute worst stage was going to boarding school at age 11. Th...   Read more in Aging with an Attitude

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