Affordable Senior Living: Retire in Mexico and Bring Your Mom Too!

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  • Опубликовано: 31 янв 2025

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  • @Mary-od4gi
    @Mary-od4gi Год назад +32

    I used to think I was too old to move to Mexico but your videos have allowed me to rethink the idea to live in Mexico. Thanks so much for the info AND thanks for thinking about us old folks!!

  • @LJ-jq8og
    @LJ-jq8og Год назад +14

    You should do an ENTIRE SERIES on this topic... You would be guaranteed MILLIONS of VIEWS ! I am serious !!!!

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад +4

      I think you’re right? This is ny send video on older expats and both are very popular!

    • @LJ-jq8og
      @LJ-jq8og Год назад +1

      @@AlmostRetiredinMexico I think you would want to make your approach in an organized way explaining the "key differences" HUGE about how Mexican culture respects the elderly but MOST importantly allows the elderly to die at home with DIGNITY and their money going to their children ....
      The perverse USA system involves mandatory hospitalization sticking needles in people when they should let to die peacefully at home...
      Also, the perverse USA system is a "cash-cow" for hospitals...
      Finally, the perverse USA system DEPLETES all remaining inheritance for surviving family members...
      The one thing I do NOT like is that the Mexican system is starting to mimic the USA system with assisted living .. OBVIOUSLY its still a bargain BUT a bad trend IMO...
      Good luck !

    • @susannbasta2972
      @susannbasta2972 7 месяцев назад

      I am looking for source of independent living facilities, coming from US. Lovely home

    • @LJ-jq8og
      @LJ-jq8og 7 месяцев назад +1

      @@susannbasta2972 FORGET MEXICO... Siem Reap Cambodia is the BEST value for living and honest in-home care ! Will cost you a fraction of even Mexico !!!! Mexico is being destroyed by cartel infiltration of local businesses ... Dont go !

  • @BrendaZallito
    @BrendaZallito 4 месяца назад +2

    I agree...this was such a thoughtful video for us older folks. I relocated from the US to Belize by myself at 70. After 3 years, I realized the country was too laid back. So, I kept visiting Mexico and moved here 7 years ago to Playa del Carmen. I have a modest apartment in an affordable gated community and feel very safe. Thanks so much for sharing these views. Great idea!

  • @rikiortega4878
    @rikiortega4878 Год назад +20

    Todo esta bien que lleguen a pasear sus últimos años disfrutando de mi hermoso país lo único que les pedimos es que sean respetuosos y cordiales con nuestros paisanos y que agradezcan la hospitalidad que les da nuestro país porque sinceramente hay extranjeros que llegan y piensan que son dueños del país y de la gente nosotros somos cordiales y respetuosos gente trabajadora humilde honesta y leal pero no somos sumisos si nos respetan respetamos y si no bueno la respuesta será negativa

    • @mishamao4341
      @mishamao4341 Год назад +4

      Bien dicho❤❤❤

    • @cabreal
      @cabreal Год назад +3

      tengo desconfianza de esas comunidades privadas, mentalidad anglo de privatizar todo, similar como el acceso a Playas y calles, vivi en Playa del Carmen a principios de los 90's y habia un Americano que puso rejas a la entrada de unos cenotes que no eran de su propiedad por cierto, mi experiencia y opinion Saludos desde Australia esperando regresara a Mexico

  • @roger4417
    @roger4417 Год назад +7

    What a joy to see that children live with their parents, I have seen many American movies and in many the parents are in nursing homes (I understand that they cannot always take care of themselves or that they need their space) when in reality many do not want to be and die alone

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад

      I think most people prefer to not live in a nursing home. I also think people move more in the US. I live about 1000 miles from my mom. That’s rather common. And people are having fewer kids too.

  • @terezepeda2904
    @terezepeda2904 Год назад +8

    Que hermoso es que los seres humanos puedan vivir en donde más les guste.
    It is wonderful when people have the freedom to decide where to live. Bienvenidos a Mexico.

    • @crush42mash6
      @crush42mash6 Год назад +1

      Love Mexico from Canada 🇨🇦

    • @mikeyrose4183
      @mikeyrose4183 Год назад

      Come to USA and chew on your own words.

    • @Rochodel
      @Rochodel Год назад +2

      Y tan mal que tratan a los mexicanos en usa y otros países! Irónico y triste

    • @eloilhot8103
      @eloilhot8103 Год назад +1

      No son bienvenidos porque ellos no pagan los impuestos y si viene turistas a vivir en México en cada lugar que vivan aumenta la comida rentad todo aumenta y ellos muy campantes que vengan los turistas solo a visitar pero no a vivir y si no sabes ahórrate tus comentarios todos bobos

    • @negg6509
      @negg6509 Год назад

      @@Rochodel estas totalmente equivocado nunca as vivido en usa

  • @susans7091
    @susans7091 Год назад +8

    I'm 77 and tempted to move myself down there! Please tell June she is still in America. Even if she was in Peru she would be in America.

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад +1

      Come on down! Everyone's welcome in "the rest of America!"

    • @joselyanez6298
      @joselyanez6298 Год назад

      Of course Mexico it’s in America but different than United state of North America hopefully that your are paying taxes in Mexico like we have to pay in your country

  • @guillermodiaz3848
    @guillermodiaz3848 Год назад +1

    You are going to live happily and longer I’m sure I’m from Mexico I live in Las Vegas Nevada 3 more years and I going back

  • @ezmealstravels9221
    @ezmealstravels9221 Год назад +7

    Your mom is sooo beautiful! What a blessing to have her.. God bless you sweet mama. ❤

  • @tomm9540
    @tomm9540 Год назад +5

    I really mean this Brighton, Thank You sooo much for your extremely helpful, insightful, caring Videos. Hopefully we will have a beer ( or many, my treat) someday to thank You for all the helpful great information that You SHARE with your viewers. You are a gem!

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад

      Thank you! I'd love to take you up on the beers someday ;-)

    • @davebaker489
      @davebaker489 Год назад

      I hear he can be bribed with Margaritas. @@AlmostRetiredinMexico

  • @lisadeharthansen7076
    @lisadeharthansen7076 Год назад +7

    My husband had an emergency TURP surgery with a urologist at the “Purple Hospital” about 10 years ago. They even let me sleep on the couch in his hospital room for the three days my husband was in the hospital.

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад +5

      That's great Lisa. Thanks for sharing! I'm assuming the purple hospital doesn't expect you to provide care for the hospitalized person, correct? In public hospitals, the family is expected to stay in the room to help with things like going to the bathroom. I'm guessing that's not the case in the private hospitals.

    • @lisadeharthansen7076
      @lisadeharthansen7076 Год назад +5

      @@AlmostRetiredinMexico I had no duties while my husband was hospitalized, like the government public hospitals require that you bring your own nurse or family member take care of you. This was many years ago, but if memory serves me, Dr. Beltran was the urologist. Everything was taken care of, but we did have to pay with our credit card upon Jon being moved from ER into surgery. I think the operation (surgeon, anesthesiologist, biopsies, etc.) was slightly under US $5,000 … I think this was in 2011.

  • @deedeew4040
    @deedeew4040 Год назад +9

    I always enjoy your videos. Both of these ladies are wonderful

  • @a.b.5418
    @a.b.5418 Год назад +3

    Great vid. Does your mom want to move to Mexico? Those ear specialists in Mexico are great!

  • @ibelieveinjesuschrist8911
    @ibelieveinjesuschrist8911 Год назад +6

    This video is truly useful for all ages!!! Thank you

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад

      Thanks. At first I wanted to do this video for children of aging parents. But you’re right - it’s pretty universal.

  • @YolandaOnPoint
    @YolandaOnPoint Год назад +9

    Can’t wait to move to MX and bring my mom at least part of the time.

  • @dianaj3139
    @dianaj3139 Год назад +5

    Brighton, You find some of the most interesting folks to interview!! I am still simply amazed at the great conversations you are able to have with such a wide variety of people! This topic will at one time or another be important to all of us.. some sooner than later :) Gracias!!

    • @leelance146
      @leelance146 Год назад +1

      ❤❤❤yes, agreed! Thank you Brighton for these varied and valuable conversations!!!

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад +3

      Thank you! I love using this channel as an "excuse" to interview and get to know people!

  • @martbright
    @martbright Год назад +1

    Love the doggies, especially the one on the back of the sofa.what is the mix? Lovely people too!

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад

      I’m not sure - but the dogs (and the one cat I met) were all very sweet!

  • @cindyk3076
    @cindyk3076 Год назад +4

    Wow, Linda and June are both wonderful women! Willing to move to a foreign country at their age (or any age) can't be easy but you would never know it listening to both of them. The friend of Linda, who moved back to Chicago, didn't really stand a chance in MX because she didn't have the right mindset. She may have wanted Mexico to be the same as Chicago and it just isn't. An unwillingness to change with your surroundings, learn a new language (which isn't easy), and adjust to the differences of a new country is a recipe for disaster. Great interviews!

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад +2

      Thanks Cindy. I should probably look into doing a similar video in Cabo or Nuevo Vallarta. Somewhere that you could recreate Chicago without the snow. For those people who want to experience as different type of Mexico!

  • @katwest6505
    @katwest6505 Год назад +2

    Love June and Linda Lee! ❤

  • @Sergiogacopuma
    @Sergiogacopuma Год назад

    California's weather never disappoint. If June is single, I'm available. I'm a 52 yrs old latino male living in Texas and I love cows grilled with onions and jalapenos 😁

  • @pablohernandez1159
    @pablohernandez1159 Год назад +2

    Not sure when I make it back to La Paz ,spent the month of November 2022. My cuz from Spain there now. I miss the warm 27. Here where I’m at its 15 high. Good vedio. Thanks

  • @belliott4844
    @belliott4844 Год назад +2

    Another great topic, thanks!

  • @danielgonher7460
    @danielgonher7460 Год назад +10

    Muy bien, te felicito. Lleva a tu mamita a comer rico, tomar café y chocolate ☕ 🍰, a las aguas termales. Disfruta mucho con tu mamita.❤❤❤

  • @jakewindsor5481
    @jakewindsor5481 Год назад +1

    This was a great video. Thank you for sharing this. 👏

  • @danpocian9286
    @danpocian9286 Год назад +1

    Congrats to your nephew I'm from the suburbs of Milwaukee WISCONSIN

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад

      Which suburb? I'm originally from Franklin / Hales Corners.

    • @danpocian9286
      @danpocian9286 Год назад

      @@AlmostRetiredinMexico im from west bend wi just north of Milwaukee not far from hales corners

  • @kazzyburton196
    @kazzyburton196 Год назад

    Great video, so inspiring, more like this please 🎉

  • @eugeniebreida
    @eugeniebreida Год назад +2

    Wonderful, very informative video - thank you ALL ❤

  • @Rennygade1
    @Rennygade1 Год назад +1

    Love this topic, Brighton. Both of our moms are in the spirit world, but I’m interested in these videos you’re doing on being older in Mexico for my future self. Should either of us require a nursing home or not be capable of working at some point down the road, game over in the US. That’s our biggest (not our only) concern about staying here. I love your thoughtful, caring topics. Both of these ladies were so awesome, and your mom is adorable! Loved her reaction when she heard what the subject was.

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад +1

      I'm happy to share. I was just glad my mom didn't pass out when I suggested I was moving her to Mexico!

    • @Rennygade1
      @Rennygade1 Год назад

      @@AlmostRetiredinMexico 😂

  • @jmac3327
    @jmac3327 Год назад +1

    Wow, looking great in that sports coat. And your mom is such a lovely person!

  • @lauriefunke9895
    @lauriefunke9895 Год назад +5

    Loved this video about June. We are visiting LaPaz this winter and would love more info about this community. Also, did you have to become permenant residents to own property?

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад +4

      Reach out to @BajaLifeRealty and they can show you Haciendas Palo Verde.
      You don't need to become residents to own property. If you do become residents and you live in Mexico you can get tax benefits when you sell your home.

  • @melaniesmith3954
    @melaniesmith3954 Год назад

    What a great dog. He looks so happy

  • @lindylee1139
    @lindylee1139 Год назад +6

    Interesting video and I’m so impressed these ladies can drive in Mexico!

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад +1

      Driving in La Paz is probably easier than much of Mexico. Folks from the mainland say we "drive like grandmas" here ;-)

  • @arrasandoferr2369
    @arrasandoferr2369 Год назад +4

    Viva México 🇲🇽

  • @MexicoRelocationGuide
    @MexicoRelocationGuide Год назад

    Hello Dolly! Lovely lady ❤
    Lovely ladies actually- and great video

  • @davebaker489
    @davebaker489 Год назад +2

    Bar none your best most informative video yet. My Mom all 92 yrs of her would NEVER move to Mexico. She's seen and heard all the negative news about Mexico and her mind is made up Period. On the other hand I'm certain if Pam's was still alive Norma would have been up to the Challenge. We hope the GN is doing well and you get to your other home soon and of course improve those pickleball skills. I was chatting to Aida and Stephan and we have decided you need to both do video's describing PV and LP and the differences. P n D

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад +3

      Thanks Dave. My mom is also a “no go” on moving to Mexico. :-(
      I like the idea of LP vs PV!

    • @davebaker489
      @davebaker489 Год назад

      You could use the dueling banjo theme. @@AlmostRetiredinMexico 🪕🎸😉

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад

      @davebaker489 banjos might be right for PV, but La Paz is pure Banda!

    • @davebaker489
      @davebaker489 Год назад

      So horns, guitars and accordions ? Oh My. @@AlmostRetiredinMexico

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад

      @@davebaker489 Is a tuba a horn? Lots of tuba!

  • @karinavelasco2103
    @karinavelasco2103 Год назад +2

    Mom didn’t finish the story. What happened to your mom’s husband in New Zealand? I’m glad she is enjoying her family in La Paz.

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад +1

      Her husband in New Zealand passed away. Sorry I must have cut that part of the story.

  • @mmhirst
    @mmhirst Год назад

    The moms were adorable but the camera hog dog at the end stole the show!! He needs his own channel!

  • @NinoMerino-j2o
    @NinoMerino-j2o Год назад

    Why dont you guys come down to manzanillo ,its a nice place to live we have all kind of wonderfull places,nice beaches restaurants hotels motels ...

  • @MsAure
    @MsAure Год назад

    Hellooo❤ how adorable.Love them.

  • @JS-jh4cy
    @JS-jh4cy Год назад +3

    What about other countries in latin america, for health care living homes?

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад +3

      I've reach out to a RUclipsr from Nicaragua to see about doing a "compare and contrast" video. Crossing my fingers he's up for it! I don't know much at all about other countries in Latin America!

  • @moicabo
    @moicabo Год назад

    Welcome Mom 😊

  • @Nemo-yn1sp
    @Nemo-yn1sp Год назад

    Thank you.

  • @beth4698
    @beth4698 3 месяца назад

    Do you need a health insurance there or would they accept Medicare? Is this out of pocket medical expenses? I know plastic surgery is cheaper there so maybe you need to have funds for hospital, procedures and surgeries. Please explain or give us an idea on how and what to do in case of emergency like chest pain, heart attack, fall, etc

  • @smittiejay
    @smittiejay Год назад +1

    Interessino.. I have also been talking to my friend in USA and we are talking about Mexico...any hope of more info??

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад +2

      I have close to 300 videos on my channel about moving from the US/Canada to Mexico. Do you have a particular video you'd like to see? I'm always open to suggestions.

  • @joseizaguirre4887
    @joseizaguirre4887 Год назад +2

    ESO SE LLAMA ENCONTRAR LA FORMA DE DISFRUTAR EL VERDADERO JUGO DE LA VIDA.......HOY 2023 EL SYSTEMS MEDICAL ES MUCH BETTER IN MÉXICO THEN ...USA..NOT ONLY THAT..THE MARKETS....BETTER IN MEXICO THEN USA.. TO LIFE THE REAL LIFE NONPLACE...LIKE MÉXICO....! SEÑORES..VIVAN LA VIDA WE OLNY LIVE ONCE.!!!

  • @MSWcryptoworker
    @MSWcryptoworker Год назад

    I used to live for 20 yrs in Mexico. From 11 yr to 30 yrs. Now that I’m 70 I’d come down again but I use Pain killers ( prescription from pain doctor) and I’m told you cannot get pain pills. Otherwise I’d come so I could have a full time maid etc. any advice on the medicines?

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад

      This is a great point. I know that opiods are much more restricted in Mexico. But I don't know much about it. If I find more information - I'll be sure to make a video.

  • @alohakamaaina
    @alohakamaaina Год назад

    There is some great communities in the Ajijic area.

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад

      I agree! I only visited Ajijic and Chapala. Which others should I put on my list for my next visit?

    • @alohakamaaina
      @alohakamaaina Год назад

      @AlmostRetiredinMexico Well bud I only know those areas. I think which are better esp for Expats and our moms that speak just English. There is some amazing homes here..assisted and more like apartments with close by help, buttons, communities,,ect. My Mom and I both meet ya with Craig and Kj.

  • @rosalindhb
    @rosalindhb Год назад

    Love the video. I would to see a video with someone who has dealt with cancer/breast cancer maintenance care.

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад +1

      I’ll see if I can capture that! I have a video about a different cancer treatment: Beating Cancer in Mexico
      ruclips.net/video/5Y3IfQb7lpc/видео.html

  • @Maya-uy2xx
    @Maya-uy2xx Год назад

    nice content but what’s wrong with Central Mexico?

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад +2

      I'm not sure what you're referring to. Did we say something negative about Central Mexico?

  • @sl5946
    @sl5946 Год назад +4

    I'm moving my parents to TJ

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад +1

      That's great! Are you living in TJ (or nearby)?

    • @sl5946
      @sl5946 Год назад

      @@AlmostRetiredinMexico no I just want them far away from me

    • @Mexicobeanpole
      @Mexicobeanpole Год назад +2

      @@sl5946 😂😂😂😂

    • @davebaker489
      @davebaker489 Год назад

      Tisk. Funny as hell but tisk tisk anyway. @@sl5946

    • @rikiortega4878
      @rikiortega4878 Год назад +3

      @si5946 los quiero lejos de mi que bonita cultura americana se desprenden de los padres así como si nada bueno es comprensibles si los padres no los trataron con cariño la diferencia es que nosotros los mexicanos amamos a nuestros padres los respetamos y siempre vemos por ellos y cuando nos faltan sufrimos y la única forma de fortalecernos es pensar que siempre están en nuestra mente y corazón y es tan único que por eso los esperamos cada año el 2 de noviembre día de los muertos pero pues para que explicarte si se ve que tienes un corazón frío y nunca entenderías que buenos o malos son los que te dieron la vida que lastima que seas una persona fría que solo quieres deshacerte de tus padres una lastima de persona

  • @HunterMann
    @HunterMann Год назад +1

    Hi, an informative video but you really use the wrong lens.
    Example : the opening shot where you first show the three people… the way the lens is it makes it look like a little miniature person because you have the larger people up in the foreground. There is a reason why professional journalism uses a Director of photography and they carefully adjust to different lenses and filters depending on how they were shooting. Nice video but it could be so much more aesthetically

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад +3

      Thanks. I was definitely frustrated with the three shot when editing.
      This was shot on an iPhone 13 Pro. And I’m a one man show. If I had a crew and more time, things could be different.

  • @lisas44
    @lisas44 Год назад

    Awwww

  • @dimassunvalley
    @dimassunvalley Год назад +2

    Welcome mom!!

  • @ramonaburns4077
    @ramonaburns4077 Год назад +1

    What does it cost to have a house built?

  • @Akirajaimes
    @Akirajaimes Год назад +2

    The only thing I don’t like about all this ppl moving to my country it’s that a lot of them feel entitled. AND IM NOT TALKING ABOUT EVERYONE.

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад +1

      Thanks! I'm sorry that entitled people are coming to Mexico. I'm trying to discourage them and only try to get the positive, polite and respectful people to come!

    • @Akirajaimes
      @Akirajaimes Год назад +1

      @@AlmostRetiredinMexico it’s not your fault I know most of you just want to live a peaceful life. without disrespecting my country and culture just teach them that they need to come here with a humble mind set.

  • @melaniesmith3954
    @melaniesmith3954 Год назад

    Great home. I love the architecture

  • @carlozalex
    @carlozalex 6 месяцев назад

    Aren’t you the guy from Xero shoes?

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  6 месяцев назад +1

      The guy with curly gray hair and glasses?

    • @carlozalex
      @carlozalex 6 месяцев назад

      @@AlmostRetiredinMexico You reminded me of him. I buy shoes from xero shoes.

  • @yvetteroiz2625
    @yvetteroiz2625 2 месяца назад

    Why I'm hearing about women crossing the border alone in their vehicles but I keep hearing it's not safe because I would like to drive instead of fly

  • @Guzlui
    @Guzlui Год назад +6

    I need a casita in a small community, help 😫

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад +3

      They are out there… finding them can be a bit of work…

    • @luisgomez3936
      @luisgomez3936 Год назад +4

      Try Ajijic, Jalisco Mexico we are about 30 miles from Guadalajara and there’s a large ex-pat community. We are not in the desert so lots of flowers and lush greenery also there’s a beautiful lake with communities around this lake. Good doctors and hospitals are in the area. Check this place out.

    • @Guzlui
      @Guzlui Год назад +1

      ​@luisgomez3936 thank you 😊

  • @franciscogil6798
    @franciscogil6798 Год назад +1

    Its funny she feel totally safe because Baja south has a horrible murder rate..but fortunately is limited to the under world till now

  • @tidy
    @tidy Год назад

    Where is your hat?

    • @AlmostRetiredinMexico
      @AlmostRetiredinMexico  Год назад +2

      I did not bring it to Wisconsin for the wedding (where I shot the intro to this video with my mom.)

  • @ddmddmd
    @ddmddmd Год назад

    Americans are destroying Baja, everything is so expensive now. No one can pay rent anymore!

  • @salgadoc26
    @salgadoc26 Год назад +1

    Mexico is the best place I never think mexico is dope

  • @eloilhot8103
    @eloilhot8103 Год назад

    Only visit to Mexico but no living only visit and back you country please

  • @pedroalvarado6259
    @pedroalvarado6259 Год назад +4

    SON BIENVENIDOS TODOS LOS EXPATRIADOS, LOS MEXICANOS LOS RECIBIMOS CON LOS BRAZOS ABIERTOS.