My mom worked until she was in her 70's. She was an intelligent woman and for many years was the only woman in key accounts at Sankeys, being responsible for millions of pounds.
When she finally retired she had a little car and kept herself active.
About seven years ago she had a severe stroke and is now in a nursing home. Although her mind is still active she only has the use of her left arm. She has to be washed and dressed and put onto a commode.
The staff there are overworked and underpaid but work hard and are cheerful.
Her day consists of either sitting in a chair or lying in bed. Her eyes are failing so she can no longer read. Every April the cost of keeping her in the care home rises, usually about seven or eight quid a week to meet inflation, i have no problem with that.
Last month new owners took over and i received a letter.

Due to the RISE IN THE MINIMUM WAGE, residents are required to pay a top up of FIFTY POUNDS PER WEEK.

That sentence alone told me everything about the owners, those who work for them and the world in general.

Hell, i can remember when WBA was a football club and not a profit making organisation.