""I thought it would be a relief to know that someone else was taking care of me and would fix anything that went wrong with the property. But I got almost physically sick when I visited the facilities. I knew the lifestyle wasn't right for me, and I wouldn't feel independent or stimulated.""
""It dawned on me that, if I wanted to stick to my original plan, I'd need to take a smart approach to my living situation as I age.""
Jacob Watson, an 84-year-old interfaith minister, faced the loss of his wife Kristine and the challenges of aging alone. After her sudden death, he struggled with macular degeneration and considered moving to an assisted living facility. However, visits to these facilities made him feel sick, as he realized they did not align with his desire for independence. Watson ultimately recognized the need to adapt his living situation to maintain his original plan of aging in place in their home.
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