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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Vinay Patel

Man Struggling With $18/hr Salary Tells Aging Mom: 'I Don't Have The Funds Or Time To Help You If Something Happens'

A millennial son reveals to his aging mother that he's unable to provide the care she'll need when she gets older. (Credit: Pixabay)

An ageing mother's millennial son informed her that he wouldn't be able to care for her in her old age, leading to a pressing question: Is it fair to expect him to sacrifice his personal goals to fulfil filial duties?

Parents often spend the first 18 years of their children's lives providing unwavering care and support. Many, like Alyse Benoit's 64-year-old mother, continue to offer financial assistance even after their children have reached adulthood.

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