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[quote=Anonymous]My parents are in their early '80's and still live in my hometown in Texas. I have one sibling on the West Coast and I am here in VA. It's two plane rides to get to them as they are not in a major city.

My parents have been talking for years about moving to a retirement community in their town, but have yet to make any constructive moves towards that decision. They are both in really good shape for early '80's, physically and mentally, but their age is starting to show.

When visiting last year my dad make a remark like, "If there's anywhere else we should think about moving, let us know." I had never seriously considered them leaving their town, but it's not the craziest idea. They do have a network of friends and their church and church relationships, but no family there at all. If they need something or something serious happens health-wise, neither my sibling or I can be there immediately.

Has anyone proposed your parents move closer to you? We aren't talking about them living with us, but maybe somewhere in the area. What to consider in making this kind of move? I've thought about medical, social, and driving. Financially I think they would be fine. Thoughts?[/quote]

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