I am 86 years of age and my husband and I decided at age 70 that we would move from the Boston area to the New York one to be near our daughters and help with our grandkids. A close family has always meant a lot to me. Then seven years later my husband died suddenly. So nourishing to live near family during this crisis. I continue to live in my two bedroom two bath 1000 square foot home which at the time was considerable downsizing! I
rent out my garage since I no longer need to drive. The key for me, besides living at least a one hour drive from your children, is to live in a place where you can walk to your prized local library, Postoffice, drugstore, community center and even your local hardware store. I believe that as we age we need to walk more and more in nature and beauty, while breathing in fresh air, to maintain happiness and good health.