This video should be mandatory for all social security employees to watch. Congress should be ashamed. The government should be ashamed. The state should be ashamed. I am ashamed. To be an American knowing my neighbors are living this way while the rich get richer. Its disgusting. This woman and many others in this position deserve respect and dignity. Nothing less.

SHAME ON THIS COUNTRY for treating its elderly like this. All Congress members should be forced to live in a van for one year eating on only $4 a day.

Anyone who can start a KZfaq channel at your age is one smart cookie. Thank you for helping us see the possibilities.

She said she can't work anymore, God help us, she shouldn't have to work at 76.

I want this lovely lady to make a lot of money on KZfaq ! She deserves to live comfortably in a nice home. Let’s subscribe,like and share. I can’t believe she can’t get help from our government. They have no problem showing illegals with FREE FREE FREE whatever they need. It’s sickening!

You can tell a lot about a nation by how it treats its elderly.

My heart broke when you listed off what you eat. Fellow seniors, PLEASE, let's join forces and help each other out!!

Lindy, you’re a pearl of a girl! I’m 68 and slightly disabled and living off my social security too but even so, I have embarked upon a project to build a tiny house village for disabled, seniors, and veterans. I’m scared to death but determined to get it done. Bought the land already, saved up for it, so I’m on my way…pray for us seniors, we’re not throwaways 🙏

Someone send this video to Congress!! This is reality for Seniors.

This country should be ashamed of themselves for allowing our seniors to live in poverty. They've worked all their lives to have nothing to show for it. I am so proud to see you keep on keeping on Mrs Lindy. Gods Speed always ❤

This pisses me off. If you pay into the system, you should get food stamps, if you need them. Our country is horrible how it treats its seniors.

The country does not care about us old folks. We had to sell our home and move into an RV. The USA is going to hell!

What she said is true for millions of people on SS. I am 72 and also on SS and the only way you can survive if that's all you have is to have everything paid off and it's still not easy. There comes a time as you get old that it becomes very hard to continue to work as your body will not allow it anymore. Those people in the government that want to cut SS as far as the amount of money we receive should be voted out of office.

I’m 75 and I’m living in my RV 6 months in my son’s driveway and 6 months in AZ to avoid the harsh winter months I have only my SS to live on. I’m doing ok but I wish that I could still work, but you have to deal with what life hands you. Thank you for sharing your life I really don’t think people understand how Seniors struggle on a daily basis

Dear Lindy, your video made it to Europe, greetings from Croatia! We'll support you 🍀 you have such positive energy, keep up and stay strong ❤️

I under stand what she going thru My mom is 85 years old with cancer we lived in our prius and a tent twice in last two years. We finally found a place to live a one bedroom for 3 ppl We are saving money to buy older RV that I can fix up for her am learning how to do solar and we’re gonna be living in back on BLM and imperial dam so my mom‘s gonna be 86 years old living her last days in an RV i’m disable to I am doing my best to take care of her ❤

I am a Gulf War Veteran and a fellow Vwt friend of mine died while living in his van in Arizona's heat. The unfortunate thing is he wasn't found until a couple of weeks later. Folks, let friends and family know where you park and keep in contact with them. I hope this lady is safe for the rest of her days here. I hope her children help her. 🙏 💀 Lost in America. 🇺🇲

Shame on our society!😢This is someone's grandma living in her van because she can't afford to pay rent and live!

My grandma was on social security and had bad health close to the end and all the kids and grandchildren helped her in what ever way we could and I helped her apply for food stamps....now this was back in the early 2000 's ,late 1990's , she only brought in $579 a month after working her behind off all of her life and they said they could help her with $10 a month in food stamps...CRAZY!!! I'm so thankful we all made sure she didn't go without for the rest of her life!! Sad situation when you think about how much money our government sends to help other countries, but will only allow $10 per month to help one of their own citizens!?!?

This should be mandatory viewing for state, federal and local legislatures. Good for you for bringing awareness and hope to others struggling.

I have lived for 9 years on only my social security. I live in my home which my payment is $800/month. My utilities run about 300/month. I have a cell phone for 14/month. I spend 135/month for groceries. Like you, I'm blessed to be healthy at 73 years old. I have raised garden beds in my back yard which is wonderful. I lost my husband 33 years ago and live alone. My car is paid for and I spend less than 20/ month for insurance and about 30/month for gasoline. It can be done. It is certainly not what I expected for my retirement years, but God has a plan. I wish you all of God's blessings.

Shame on the world for not looking after the elderly and subjecting this lovely lady to potentially dangerous situations. I cried watching this. She has a son. If he is able, he should take her in, providing of course that she’d want to. God bless you, Lindy. ❤️

Seriously you are an amazing lady. Love from Australia

She is super smart. She could teach economics.

I was 77 in April. I live on 1300 a month. I made the choice to sell my car and use public transportation. I cancelled two of my three cards but I never use and keep as a cushion. Cell is free as obviously am low income. My apartment is a one bedroom in a senior complex that is income based. It is safe the people get along well. I made sacrifices along this journey. It has humbled me making me appreciate what I have. I eat well. Grow my basil, rosemary and thyme. Eat oatmeal and 1/3 banana breakfast. Lunch is either yogurt and a fresh fruit or salad. Dinner is pasta, meat or fish, fresh veggies. Only can goods are tomatoes. I dont drink coffee but am addicted to peach iced tea. I don't eat sugar, drink, smoke or do drugs. I walk 5 miles a day and am very healthy. My one splurge is a bottle of Pinot Noir a month. I eat well with fresh foods only. Large Dutch oven of various soups to enjoy and freeze for lazy days. I chicken breast in soup can be stretched for 8 meals of soup and grilled cheese sandwich for dinner. My neighbor has a Costco card and get a huge box of Kraft sliced cheese. I cut the bread to fit one slice. She get my Parmigiana cheese, butter and cottage cheese also. My grocery bill averages 165 to 225. Thanksgiving and Christmas ups the bill. But while my lifestyle has changed dramatically I am very happy and content. I buy fabric at thrift stores for almost nothing as I love to quilt. I do counted cross stitch as DMC floss is super cheap, cross stich books cost about 25 cents at the thrift stores which I had never been in before my divorce and have come to enjoy my visits. I do not have a television as I can't afford it but I do watch on my free tablet I was given Hallmark, quilt, travel and cooking shows. For everyone out there who are struggling I hope you find your way back to happiness. Now when I reflect back to what was I now see how far I have come. A very wise man said to me in a free meditation class. "Today is a new beginning and learn from yesterday."

There should be no reason why any elder has to budget so tightly or work till no more in this or any country. Thank you so much for sharing Lindy. You’re doing a great job!💖

I am also 76 years old, retired from teaching Kindergarten so I have a retirement that allows me to live in my home. I have utmost admiration and respect for you. You are a strong, brave, and very wise woman. God bless you!!

USA a country most people dreamed about living 40 years ago

My heart breaks for you Lindy. Your government should be ashamed of itself for being so cheap.

All seniors should qualify for low income housing....and veterans! This nation has gone to hell in my lifetime.

what a beautiful woman..I hope I am as beautiful when I am her age God bless her 💞

I would be blessed if I could get a van/rv. I just don't have the means. Raising my granddaughter on my SSDI gets pretty tricky. Bless this lady

I've been in my rv going on 2nd year, 58 years old and physically disabled, kinda tough, but housing is just not affordable, ugh God help us ❤

Hi Lindy - sounds like we’re in the same boat dear! I’m 77, stopped working at 71, but lost my husband 2 yrs ago, and financially it’s all downhill from there, so I’m in the process of selling our home and getting ready to move in to my RV. Budgeting, sticking to it and knowing where to get some help with food is key. However chins up, there are people who are much worse off than we are, imagine living in a war zone, or being a holocaust survivor in Russia, (I try to send them a couple of bucks every now and then). So happy to meet someone else who is doing what has to be done to live a satisfying life without moaning and complaining! PS - a snicker bar on occasion is my once in a while treat 😂. Lots of love ❤

This is not how life is supposed to be for our elderly population. Social Security was meant to keep older folks living under a roof, not in a van and not on the street. You are a trooper Miss Lindy! I appreciate your videos. Why is it that your son can store your food, but you cannot live with him? You seem happy and content. I hope you truly are. Please stay safe. Peace out.

This woman has taken responsibility for herself and her life. I admire her. I agree we do not do enough to take care of our elderly (OR our veterans). Too many folks on the dole in America.

Reasons why I still work 12 hours a week at 74 years young. I’m fine til I go to the grocery store. Things really need to change, and soon.

When you “go country,”please don’t park alone in isolated areas. It’s just not safe. You’re better off at a Pilot or Walmart parked close to the lights and front entry, close to security cameras and employees that watch the area. And if you see families with RVs or campers, ask them if they’d mind if you park overnight near them - just to feel safer. Most people will say yes without even hesitating. Use your instincts and you’ll be fine.

As a senior, I know that we need comfort, peace, and regular nutrition. I'm sad for her two years.God bless her

This is absolutely heartbreaking 💔I pray this is sent to every news outlet in every state to show our disgusting government how the elderly that’s worked all their lives have to live! This is wrong in every way

I think it's disgusting that you've been denied because of $8.00!! Seniors are treated the worst; they just want us to die, already. Im almost 73 and still working two days a week, while dealing with chronic pain, depression and anxiety. "Golden years", no way!! 😖 You are so beautiful and brave, i really commend you. Something is wrong in a country where we are at the bottom of the barrel, after paying into the system OUR WHOLE LIVES. Gid bless you; stay safe and well. Prayers up for you. 🙏🏻✝️🩷🌹

You are a strong, independent, resourceful woman. My respect to you. In my late 50's i was homeless with my two kitties & I lived in the back of my pickup & had an old canopy on it. It's amazing what a person can do when they need to. I finally got into an apartment for senior & disabled as i have a pretty messed up spine & have severe pain I deal with. Took 3 yeears but here I am no longer homeless. I wish you the best & will be praying for you, for your safety. Have you looked into the state paying for your Medicare premiums? I think it's called extra help & you might still be able to qualify even though you are over for food stamps. You have my respect but i admit that I'm angry with our selfish, greedy politicians who have no idea what real life is about.

I’m praying for you. Your a sweet lady. You deserve more than living in a van. Government should be ashamed allowing their elderly to live like this while they house and feed illegals

I live on 935$ monthly. I have Medicaid. No food stamps. Some days all I eat is a couple packs of noodles. I'm 63 yrs old. This lady gives me inspiration!!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

I’ve been living in a van on Social Security disability for six years, you just can’t live above your means, you had to choose wisely. It’s very doable and I wish you the very best of luck and I’m here for support, I said your channel. I hope to see more of you. And thank you for the inspiration💜

Thank you for sharing your situation! I'm appalled that any amount under $100 is keeping you from getting food secure. Hope this helps! Stay safe out there. I'm rooting for you 🙏!

I saw this video by error. I was so impressed with this woman’s integrity and dignity that if I can subscribe and help her a tiny bit each month, I will. I am Canadian so some of which she speaks of is not relevant to me but nevertheless, we are both seniors in our 70’s. This is not right - to force anyone to live on $4 a day for food. Bless her.

I chopped up the credit cards 17 years ago and tell everyone to do the same. you will see how sense that makes once you chop them up.

I made my bf send 5 bucks to your cash app. We dont have a lot either, but Im hoping people with more than us get inspired to send abundant compassion or even a few people sending a few dollars helps out. Thank you for sharing your story. People need their eyes opened, we cant expect the government to take care of everyone adequately we need to do it to together, when we see someone who needs something and we can easily fill the need on the spot we should just do it in the moment, making compassion the new currency basically. This lady deserves compassion❤ and help from anyone reading this who can spare it.

Greed in this country is out of control.

Thanks! Your story moved me. I am an older woman, so my heart goes out to you. Your attitude again is amazing. What you could teach younger people!

Blessings to this courageous woman who has taken her life to another level of freedom and adventure.

I am 76 and live 90% of my life in a van. It is a choice that I prefer over living inside of four walls. Fortunately, I served 23 years in the Air Force and receive a monthly pension as well as social security. I admire you for establishing a budget and sticking to it. It's been two years since I left a home in Virginia and moved to the West Coast where most of my family lives. It is very expensive out here. You've taught me several things and I will establish those practices. Thank you. God bless and keep you safe.

I am almost 66 years old and I am blessed to have a husband who takes care of me. My Social Security alone would definitely not be enough to afford housing. My heart goes out to all the elderly who are homeless and struggling to survive. I was homeless many years ago, so I know from experience what they are going through.😪

I’m a 71 year old widow of a disabled veteran. And I’m living on much the same budget. I eat once a day. I’m looking into van life. Just to save. And to be able to live.

Hi Lindy!!! I’m 54, on disability, and my rent double last year. It is supposed to go up another $400 In May when my lease is up. I do have a minivan, but it is 12 yrs old now. I am going to have to live in it do the same this year, and I am excited for it. I have questions, but I want to catch all your videos before I ask them!!!! You’re my hero! We will have to meet up!

It’s a shame that the elderly Americans who had husbands and children who fought for our country are so neglected, when you have people who come from other countries, never paid into SS are collecting from our country SSI more that this dear responsible lady is.

What she says is true. You have no idea how many of us have jobs well after we have retired. Making ends meet is near impossible. Life is harder now than it has ever been for the elderly. 😔

God bless my grandparents & their 10 kids, including my mom. Dirt poor factory workers & farmers that passed down farm land to now 5 generations, 4 generations currently living on the land. If you own a patch of dirt you can live in a tent on it & it has been done!

God bless this lady. I understand how she lives. I only receive 900.00 per month in social security and I receive $55.00 a month in food stamps. I have no debt, my home is paid off. My suggestion to young people is pay off all credit cards. If you can't pay cash, you don't need it. If you have a mortgage, double up on payments and get your home paid off before retirement. Grow your own food. Things are really getting bad. Be as self sufficient as possible. That way the government can't take it from you.

Also Lindy I took care of my Mom. One day I was at the library and saw a pamphlet that said military widows can get $$$. So we applied with the Army and Mom got $600 extra a month. Hope this helps you and your viewers 🌹🌹🌹🌹

Lindy, my 80 yr husband and me (68-69 in August) we spend about $200 on groceries. My 40 yr old daughter is mortified when she comes over because we don’t have much in our fridge BUT, she’s feeding a family of 4. When you’re a senior you don’t eat as much and we have no problem eating the same meal 2-3 times, like a meat ball pasta meal, or tonight home made veggie pizza (some left over for lunch tomorrow). So, balancing everything out is the key, eating as nutritiously as possible. It’s all relative. We don’t eat a lot (by choice) and we tend to shop either daily or every other day so things are fresh (hence, not much food in the fridge). We have very little waste. We are also very happy. Thanks for sharing. I thought it was very brave of you to share your budget.

I am disabled from a car accident. I'm 20 years younger than you, but might end up living in my car in 6 months. I really appreciate this video. I'm learning a lot from this! I've subscribed to your channel and look forward to watching more of your videos. Thank you!

There is pure love in your "Good Morning." Such a colossal life attainment!

8 dollars over the poverty line, so no coupons. Unbelievable. Thank you for sharing your story and experiences. Most people just can’t imagine. I hope your son helps you out from time to time. God bless you and I hope your KZfaq channel makes things easier for you.

If your were my mother you would be living with me !! Look at what you took you to raise your son .. god bless you

My mom is 76 and still working full-time she was still enjoying helping her children financially. I prayed that God will give her good health and strength 💪 🙏 ❤️ because she still doesn't want to stop working because she said sss is not enough to pay bills

Hello Lindy! Thank you for sharing your story. So many seniors need to hear what you have to say. I’m 79 and live alone in senior living community. My Dear husband of 52 years passed 7 years ago. Thank God he was in the military and that helps me with extra income. I took the money from selling my home and invested it for extra monthly income. I do watch all my expenses and am living comfortably for now. I am very blessed. Young people need to listen to us old folks and financial advisors on how to prepare for our golden years. Yes, it is very important to Get out of debt and have an emergency fund. God Bless you and keep you safe. ❤❤ Nana Ann

Hi Lindy! Just finished watching your video. You're so down to earth and just a cool person! Thank you for sharing your journey with us. Very good information. Hope Marley's keeping you safe & loved and I know you treat her so sweetly. ❤️🙏 Take care. 😘

I wish the cities or state would make more safe parking areas designated for the homeless.

As a caregiver i see that this is goi g to become the norm for thise who are still mobile enough to live this way. Mostly because their isnt ENOUGH affordable housing.

I am in the same boat my dear lady. I too live on SS Disability payments as my only source of income and I too make $8 a month TOO MUCH to qualify for food stamps which is beyond upsetting!!! I live in a 20 year old class A RV in a tiny little RV park in tiny little Willcox Arizona (Pop: 1900) where food at the TINY Safeway grocery store is constantly raising their prices to the point where a dozen eggs were $6 a dozen (now only $3.78/dozen) and all staples are so expensive that my monthly food budget of $135 goes so fast that I only buy things like 20lb bags of potatoes, large bags of rice and pinto beans and the butcher saves me a few big soup bones every month so I can at least add some decent flavoring to my soups which are the mainstay of my diet. At least my RV is paid off and in perfect working order, but I certainly don't have the gas money to drive it anywhere. I help manage the RV Park in trade for my site rental and utilities which helps a lot but like you I am properly broke well before the month is even out. Oh well, at least we are both still alive and kicking and I still consider each new day a true gift to be thankful for. God bless you my dear lady - be well and continue to show your amazing smile!

It is shameful what we are doing to our elderly. Excellent video, thank you.

My husband and I live in SS. He is disabled, so I have a part time job. 8 weeks ago I had rotator cuff surgery, so I get to go back to work soon!! I miss that money! Lindy keep on keeping on!!

I met a cashier at Walmart last week who is living in her van also. She is retiring next month for the third time. Here in Northern Michigan,, the winters are long and very cold getting a few hundred inches of snow yearly.. I can't imagine living in a van for more than the amount of time time for a good vacation. I'm praying for you to stay safe and I pray you get to travel a bit.

I'm 76 also, but our circumstances are different; But it's interesting to hear what other people are doing in retirement. God Bless you!

I’m a 67 yo senior woman who by the grace of Stanfords oncology doctors wrote letters to senior housing HUD so I wouldn’t be homeless while I fought cancer…I HAD 7 different types of cancer in the past ten years. I left no stone unturned as I fought hard to stay alive. I kept calling and showing up at HUD housing for seniors weekly. The county got sick of seeing me and hearing my voice plus the doctors letters helped out so much too. As a forced to retire Nurse I lost my career,my income, pretty much everything but my clothes. I fought hard to beat cancer while that anger i channeled into fighting the system for a home. Get your family doctors involved make them write letters for you as $8.00 should never be the wall to stop the help you have earned and need now as a senior. I shall say pray for you. God Bless

This lovely lady has a lot of common sense. It isn’t unusual for low income (social security) seniors two eat two meals a day. Fruit and raw veggies are good snacks. A lot of us grow as Much food as we can. Lots of shopping at Dollar Tree helps as well. My husband died from cancer about 3 &1/2 years ago. We went through our retirement and our savings as a result I have about another 1.6 years of debt to pay. I still work and am worried I will have high taxes as the seem to double every year. I am on Medicare but can only afford to pay for glaucoma and macular degeneration. I cannot afford anything else. My landlord has gone up twice and like everyone else I worry there a point when I have to move. America has failed the seniors, the veterans and the disabled. It is a neon light pointing to how we are are pushed aside and ignored

I've worked for 40 years as an administrative assistant. As a married woman, I thought I'd enter my golden years with my husband. A 25-year marriage ended, and I got nothing out of the divorce. Never did I think that I would have to try and live on $900 a month! That's not enough to even pay my rent. As an administrative assistant, it was impossible for me to save for retirement. This woman is lucky she has the money for a van. I don't even have that! Yes, it is disgusting that this is happening in America! It's totally disgusting!

I'm a trucker, and the last time I had refused freight I gave it to an orphanage, after watching this I will definitely give it to a food bank. So many don't, they just throw it out of their trailer on the ground at a truck stop. Frozen nibler corn, pepperoni, oranges, other fruit. The word needs to be spread. You worked at Walmart, they throw alot of food, dumpster dive.

Hi Lindy, I’m a full time rv er who is stationary right now because I’m battling cancer . I know what you mean when you say you make $8 too much to receive food stamps. same here. I make $23 too much with my SSDI. My Camper is paid off, my car is paid off so I have no debt. Thank God. It’s me and my special needs daughter. It gets intense sometimes but I’d still rather live like this than any other way. Praying you good health and great success in all you do.

Good for you. You are doing an amazing job of being self reliant. I just wish there were more programs out there for the elderly.

Excellent. I'm retired news reporter, and this is probably the most useful and educational video I ever watched on KZfaq. Wow. Subscribed because I hope good things happen to you. Plus found out living on SS is a challenge. Keep living and I hopefully thriving. Thank you also to Marley, hope I got right

Hello sweetheart. So many of us senior citizens are struggling with very little in the way if social security benefits while fat cat politicians are living with fat pensions and free healthcare for life. God bless you.

I love this video. It has given me some great ideas. Living on a budget is hard but it can be done. Thanks for the encouragement.

I’m 69 and my husband will be 76 in December. We are working on a mini bus to start traveling in. We are living on 2.5 acres right now in a tiny house. We will be married 8 years come the 18 of July. When I went on SSI at 57 I made $7.00 to much for help. I had been a truck driver over the road. I didn’t know about van life at that time. Sure wish I would have but now I do. My husband is retired out of the Navy so we are blessed. We are trying to get all of our bills paid down so if something happens to one of us we will be able to get along. I know if he goes first I will be selling everything and live in the bus. That way I can go see my girls and not be a burden to them. I pray things go well for you and would love to met you one day. I’m going to see if I can watch your videos since I just found them. God Bless you

Only here do people work their whole lives only to have to struggle til the end for basic needs. You are a beautiful soul and thank you for sharing your world with us.

62, disabled, and right there with you!!

Makes me sad so many people have to struggle this much. You are doing a good job.

You are an amazing woman. I don’t know your back story but I applaud you for doing all you can to take care of yourself. We are in our 80’s now and very blessed to have a little but having to support a daughter with major heart issues going through a divorce is certainly pulling on what retirement we do have. She tried for food stamps because of lack of money and a sorry to be be X-husband doing everything he can to not support her, story to long to share, but she was denied food stamps because she was $11 over the allowed amt! Food banks are having a hard time. So many having a hard time while our GOVERNMENT officials flourish! You will get our support on KZfaq as well as I’ll share your channel. I’ll pray that it grows quickly and give you a good income and relieve some of your struggles. ❤

Isn’t that a kick! Work all your life and can’t get help that you need while others (we all know who) get all kinds of benefits off our sweat and tears. This country needs to start honoring the elderly, not punish them for being elderly. Love you and your courage to do this. I’m 80 and my big hope is I can still drive when I’m in the same situation. I retired but have a disabled adult son I care for.

Inspirational. I own a home and everything I make goes to bills and credit card bills. Feels like I'm on a neverending hamster wheel. Minimalist living is what I'm striving for, possibly in another country. - WW

I’m so proud of you for taking the initiative to live cheaply and save money and come up with cost saving ideas!

I am 66 and I work 60+ hours a week, 7 days a week. I have been working these hours for over 2 years. I will continue to do so until I reach 70 and then I will most likely still work a couple days a week. I will be surviving on just my s.s. I know I speak for many of my generation when I say, this is never the life I would have imagined for myself at this age.

Someone buy this sweet lovely woman a house 🏡 where she can live a normal life or with more freedom and care.

A little something to make your day a little better. Lindy you are such an amazing humble lady. Thank you for your service to your country. I appreciate you sharing your life which will help others in similar situations. Stay safe on your travels, love to you from 🇮🇪

Lindy! My Mom was telling me about your channel. Wishing you all the best from Nova Scotia. You are the sweetest and very brave. Good luck with all you do! ❤

Its a shame that if you draw social security that they even consider the income level for food stamps . Its hard to be in our golden years . Meat prices are ridiculous. Going out to eat hurts my feeling . Its a good thing that we can stretch a meal until it hollars back . You doing alright beautiful lady .

Everyone should learn from this lady so they'll know how to survive ! Never know when you'll be there. !!!

God bless her. She’s keeping her independent. Informing others. Good work❤