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[quote=Anonymous]I love that you want to do a test run first -- that's a great idea.

My FIL lives with my BIL, and they faced many of the same questions you do. They ended up renovating a bathroom to give him a walk-in shower, which he paid for (he's got a nice pension and savings).

And there was definitely a period of adjustment. At first, he was scolding the kids a lot, which got on SIL's nerves. Took about two years for him to realize he can't do that. He also wanted absolute quiet during TV time, which just wasn't ever going to happen. So they got him headphones that connect to the TV.

He waited far too long to get involved with the senior center -- which he now loves. It really helps that he has activities to do during the day.

Try it for a month and then have an honest conversation. If the only objections are little things, I say go for it.

I honestly believe living with my BIL has extended my FILs health and life. He would have faded away if he continued to live alone.

No matter what, it will be an adjustment, but I think the pros far outweigh the cons. [/quote]

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