The Royal Chelsea Hospital is another that I admire, MA.

http://www.chelsea-pensioners.co.uk/admissions

I think, it's good that these communities exist. And, that they have been established from a common bond. It would be utopian if worldwide, there would be residential facilities for all walks of life. Can you just imagine a residence of retired artists and writers? The creativity will not be stifled by old age and lack of companionship of the same ilk. There was something in the RCH that seems to operate on the basis of surrendering any claim to pension whilst living there. I think it's great considering the care which the residents get in return. I wish there were more of these around. Then many of the elderly would not have to live on their own.

And they've now admitted women pensioners as well. Is'nt that smashing?

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