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Old 12.11.2009, 12:33
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Re: What will I do when the parents get even older?

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I am in a similar situation, my parents are getting on but I want to return to Switzerland with my wife to raise the family there and be closer to her parents, who are much younger. I have decided that I need to live my life as it is destined to be lived. If something does happen I can always return.

In your situation you are considering a move back to country of origin so this is a little different, and I can understand the reasons why, and the dilemma faced. The thing is, older folks can live for a lot longer than anticipated, so dropping your life to look after them could still end up being a 10 - 20 year commitment.

It really also depends if you are willing to settle back in your country of origin because it could be a long term commitment.
Your comments are really true & very helpful especially what you say about them maybe living a lot longer than anticipated, they never smoked or anything so you are right & its something to seriously consider as well.
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