Every single at risk person in our neighborhood has groceries, tp, soap and support. In fact, every person in our neighborhood has groceries, tp, soap and support. It cost taxpayers nothing.
I had to take a break so I'm just now seeing your reply which part of it has left me confused.
I'm not sure what you mean about it not costing the taxpayers a dime. You were saying those at risk, and elderly must take PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY for themselves. I didnt see anything in your post that mentioned taxpayers picking up the tab nor did I mention it or even think of it in my previous reply.
Most of the elderly who live in their homes are self sustaining financially, and not costing the taxpayers a dime.
They weren't advising others to pay to protect the elderly, but just do common sense things that may make it easier for them if they cant get out or shouldn't at this time. And making sure they follow the hygiene guidelines set forth so that all around the elderly at risk are being protected along with protecting themselves.
My hubby, and I both fit the category of elderly, which is anyone over the age of 60 with this virus, and I have an underlying condition now that just developed out of the blue two weeks ago. We have a great family support system with 5 children, grandchildren, and many dear friends.
We are doing fine on our own. If we must go out we make sure to wear masks to protect us, and protect all others that may be around us.
We do not want to ever jeopardize the health of anyone including our family members. We know people the age of our children are also getting this virus, and tragically some of those who have died from it were not in the elderly age group, but younger.
So all of us are being respectful of each other, and honoring the social distancing as recommended along with the advice to have excellent hygiene inside, and out of our homes which we were already doing.
So far no one we know has the virus, but we know that can change instantly. Our area does have those who have the virus. In fact one is in ICU. Shes in her early 50s, but shes a cancer patient.
We are also providing needed products, and food to other elderly neighbors by leaving it by their door. Our next door neighbors are both very sickly, and at high risk so we have been doing everything we can to make sure they do not have to go out.
Thank God my hubby is a very healthy 74 year old. He runs the errands that must be done for us, and surrounding neighbors. Of course he takes all necessary precautions to be safe, and to ensure those around him are also safe.
Everyone at this time of crisis should be all in doing their part.
Its heartbreaking to know those in nursing homes have been the centers of some of the virus outbreaks. Imo, even at the end of their life they arent being cared for properly, but that was happening even before this even happened in many towns, and states.
I care about each, and every citizen in our great country no matter who they are.
I know if we can overcome this nightmare it will be because of the millions of good citizens who did everything in their power to do their part.
Jmhoo
