Caring for elderly relatives in an economic collapse

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Here in China it is still common for young married couples to live with the husband's parents, although a lot less than before due to changing attitudes and the fact that many people work several provinces away from their families. Its actually more common that in the latter case, where the parents on one side will come to stay with the young couple once they have kid(s), basically providing free housekeeper and childcare, although with the unstated proviso that when they get on a bit you will be looking after them.

My in-laws regularly stay with us (to look after the kids), and its not too bad. I actually think that when TSHTF I will want them close by, as some of their skills and experiences (from growing up in what was basically a SHTF situation in the 50s and 60s) will come in mighty handy.