Why These Millennials Live in a Retirement Home

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Why These Millennials Live in a Retirement Home

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For Emil Bostrom and Jonatan Shaya, living independently in Helsinki has not been an easy accomplishment. Emil, aged 24 and a kindergarten teacher, struggled to find housing because of the high cost of rent and scarce availability. "Basically, I was homeless; not on the street, but homeless," said Emil.
According to The Global Property Guide, Helsinki is the 16th most expensive city in the world to rent an apartment - even more expensive than New York.
Emil and Jonatan, who is aged 19 and a pastry chef student, were both among 300 applicants that applied for a new housing program called "A Home That Fits," which provides cheap housing for young people under 25 years old in a senior's home for a year. Each young resident must spend at least three to five hours in the company of the elders each week, socializing and conversing.
It is not the first program of its kind. In the Netherlands, a program offers free accommodation to college students in order to encourage social interaction with elders. With so many cities across the globe facing an increase in demand, the project may be replicated further.
So far for Helsinki's program, the project has been off to a successful start, and Emil and Jonatan are thoroughly enjoying their new homes and new neighbors.
"Because I work with children, and I have friends that are my age and then with elderly, I get to basically see the whole spectrum of ages in Finland," said Emil. "Through that, I can understand the Finnish culture better and just life, I guess. It's cool that I can get to know people of all ages."
Executive Producer: Laura Ling
Producer: Paige Keipper (Hansen)
Editor: Lee Mould

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@chipperwilliams7854 8 жыл бұрын

When I first saw the title I thought this was some new "hip" thing to do but this actually a good idea.

@Momo-kun88 7 жыл бұрын

I thought the same thing. Turned out to be a great idea.

@zullycrespo9997 5 жыл бұрын

Wow 🙏👏👏👏👏👏

@slimyweasles4973 8 жыл бұрын

I really like this idea. I hope it catches on.

@kc5077 8 жыл бұрын

1. I think that mixed retirement homes are a good idea. 2. It's inspiring to see the lengths that they will go to have their independence.

@RNCHFND 8 жыл бұрын

+Kamaka Chang Right? I think I would stay at home with mommy

@thelegendkillersshittyduff1335 5 жыл бұрын

@@RNCHFND yea you should the way you say mom as mommy

@wachiranduati 5 жыл бұрын

All I can think of is all the stories you could get from the folks there....all that life. Just amazing

@davidwhetzel9538 8 жыл бұрын

I liked this story alot. good job seeker keep the tear jerking.

@SeekerStories 8 жыл бұрын

+David Whetzel Thanks for watching!

@Jader7777 8 жыл бұрын

+Seeker Stories This is a great story, there's a lot of housing issues- even in so called 'developed nations'. This goes to show how different the avenues of typical 'home ownership' is now.

@Jader7777 8 жыл бұрын

+Seeker Stories This is a great story, there's a lot of housing issues- even in so called 'developed nations'. This goes to show how different the avenues of typical 'home ownership' is now.

@davidwhetzel9538 8 жыл бұрын

Seeker Stories avid watcher of everything you and test tube put out if others havent allready they need to subscribe to all your channels. Keep up the great work.

@distort 8 жыл бұрын

Such a creative solution!

@ninja.saywhat 8 жыл бұрын

man, this kind of living condition is perfect for me. i love the elders as a matter of fact, i spend more time with them than people my age which is late 20's. also when i was still a kid up till my highschool years, about half of the time im the one who's taking care of my grandma. i was her grandchild and her nurse. i've always been close to elders since i was a kid. i just enjoy their company, love having conversations with them and you learn a lot from them. i find it really sad where i live now that most elders are being ignored and neglected. a lot of younger people here doesn't even respect them. this needs to be applied here in the US.

@MP420ful 8 жыл бұрын

I feel you. I was raised by my grandma mostly and still take care of her.

@thelegendkillersshittyduff1335 5 жыл бұрын

Because millenials are fucking coddled pieces of elephant shit

@aluxbalum 8 жыл бұрын

This is a great idea and I have read that is also being implemented in the Netherlands. However it's frustrating as a young profesional to think of the future with regards to housing as a serious problem. Most of my friends in their 30's with several years experience in their fields, can't afford to rent a decent apartment much less consider purchasing one. The price of housing is becoming everyday more detached from the current economic reality and legislation needs to be implemented to allow affordable housing for everyone.

@Lip22Gloss 8 жыл бұрын

This is actually a pretty wonderful idea. You only have to make sure through the vetting process that the kids will be respectful and not a bunch of frat bros; which in this case you did.

@localnative1992 8 жыл бұрын

"I once imagined being the moon and needing the sun, so I could shine. Now i kind of expect those youngsters to be that sun to me." I really like how she described the relationship between the Millennials and elderly.

@ionlymadethistoleavecoment1723 8 жыл бұрын

I'm glad to see other young ones appreciating the company of elders

@michaelperez6147 8 жыл бұрын

+Ionlymadethistoleavecoments I think all the youngings would appreciate the company of elders as long as they appreciate the youngings company :)

@ionlymadethistoleavecoment1723 8 жыл бұрын

+Michael Perez I agree with that. some of my best friends are older ones. I love the wealth of information and stories that they have

@michaelperez6147 8 жыл бұрын

Ionlymadethistoleavecoments I do too!

@josmith1618 8 жыл бұрын

Very cool Idea! Just make sure it is safe for the residents..You young ones can Learn so very much from us seniors! Good idea please pass this on the usa!

@phillhart2990 8 жыл бұрын

This is such a great idea. It's obvious... but so hidden - I love it. This is what we used to do way back. Before the industrial revolution, before the modern advent of what we have now. The old and the young used to sit, side by side and teach and laugh and learn. What a wonderful thing to get back to. I do hope this spreads.

@FeatheryBird 6 жыл бұрын

Fantastic idea and should be done everywhere!!

@maymorgan5867 8 жыл бұрын

this is so sweet, also that blonde guy was listening to porter robinson - worlds :') good album

@kimhoffman8595 6 жыл бұрын

i love this idea!!Giving back to people and getting help but enjoying it and loving it!!

@emilywong4601 8 жыл бұрын

I was in a nursing home recovering from a bicycle accident. As a patient, you can't leave. You only get four hour accompanied outside trips with friends or family. It's depressing, if you can't leave. The food isn't that great especially if you are placed on dietary restrictions. Plus, many residents are miserable. The nursing assistance from the Filipines were very caring, however. Also, some residents have no vistors at all. Or fsmily just visit for a short time. It felt like a medical prison.

@m.a.d.m.5425 8 жыл бұрын

This is so sweet and innovative! I believe a lot of stories will be heard and that's amazing!

@karenoswong 8 жыл бұрын

This is such a good idea. It was so inspiring to watch as it promotes interaction between young adults and the elders. It's also a good way to get more people to accompany and understand the older generations. Sweet story :)

@DeepDreamz96 8 жыл бұрын

I remember volunteering at a retirement home once and some of the seniors there rarely get any visitors. Seeing this, gives me hope that this trend might spread around. :)

@AnstonMusic 8 жыл бұрын

Awww, this is so cute, especially as a Finn living next to Helsinki myself! Damn, I would sure like to meet Jonatan and ask about his experience living there.

@LarryPanozzo 8 жыл бұрын

I love how Emil was listening to Porter Robinson's best album Worlds on spotify at 1:09

@TPAfirestorm 8 жыл бұрын

That's awesome!

@gustavosteincosta6291 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome project! I would love to see this also here in Brazil =)

@terryhollands2794 8 жыл бұрын

Great idea. This a win win situation.

@ILiketoSayYeehaw 8 жыл бұрын

I wish the U.S. had this, I've always thought elders had interesting views and opinions. I think living with them would a great experience.

@joshsdkytre7497 8 жыл бұрын

yay!! seeker videos are still alive!

@chikenlittleo1xxx590 5 жыл бұрын

I would love to live there , i love old people !

@drCasey555 8 жыл бұрын

innovative and smart! i love it

@mariamabey6039 8 жыл бұрын

Brilliant idea.

@nishitraj. 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome idea!

@vaibhavgupta20 8 жыл бұрын

+Nishit Raj we should do this India. a lot young people move to cities after colleges.

@shubhankarmukherjee3401 8 жыл бұрын

+Vaibhav Gupta Agreed. It would be killing two birds with one pebble.

@arijitdeb3638 8 жыл бұрын

+Shubhankar Mukherjee In our country even old people cant find retirement homes, then how can we?

@oussamarahhab401 8 жыл бұрын

Aww so beautiful

@jtoddjb 7 жыл бұрын

I hope we start something like this in the US. Not that housing is really a huge problem here, but shuffling our elders off to places out of our way certainly is.

@jadajohnson5733 7 жыл бұрын

This is pretty neat! This nursing home looks very nice.

@MohitAwasthi01 5 жыл бұрын

Brilliant idea! Loved the concept.

@bulletproofisobel 8 жыл бұрын

I find this an excellent idea

@brockm7256 8 жыл бұрын

this is awesome

@juliandmartinez94 8 жыл бұрын

This is actually amazing

@mimi2boys 8 жыл бұрын

They also have some daycares in elderly homes, which I think is such a great idea :) I would have loved to have done this when I was younger...

@4rife 8 жыл бұрын

Perhaps the world is gradually moving back to the way it was, where the 'old people' were venerated and respected and whole families stayed together. It's a place where everyone has a job and everyone feels needed and indeed, is needed.

@MOOMOO2728 6 жыл бұрын

What a great idea

@MrFuthisshit 8 жыл бұрын

This is really great , it's awesome for the old people and the young alike! And the house looks really good , retirement homes in my country are hell i'm really happy that old people in Finland they live in good conditions :)

@danielfadavi 8 жыл бұрын

This is so nice. I love this

@AeonX7 8 жыл бұрын

heart warming

@anadiallio8408 6 жыл бұрын

I think this is a good idea ! I am 55 years old and I am looking for housing for me and my 14 years old granddaughter and it is not easy .

@trackgabster 8 жыл бұрын

that's beautiful

@fundude4566 8 жыл бұрын

Wish there was something like this in the USA.

@LuliLulu 7 жыл бұрын

this is so cute - to connect people with this project :)

@ThePossuliini 8 жыл бұрын

I live in Finland and and as the guy said, Finnish people are quite shy, and that is true, we like to be on our own and have our own privacy, but it's amazing to see that something like this is possible here, even with our introverted culture.

@racing.images6315 8 жыл бұрын

Kimi Raikkonen :)

@fuss101 8 жыл бұрын

Very good idea. interesting.

@filmnewsreport3231 8 жыл бұрын

I heard about this before! They are doing this in the States as well in some locations.

@RobertF- 8 жыл бұрын

+Film News Report Which part of the states?

@filmnewsreport3231 8 жыл бұрын

In Cleveland, here is the link.I hope this helps www.judsonsmartliving.org/judson-manor/

@RobertF- 8 жыл бұрын

Film News Report Thanks. I really appreciate it.

@fattyslapscurbs 8 жыл бұрын

id love to live in a place like this lol

@WorldFamousBOB 8 жыл бұрын

YES!!! AMAZING!

@FrogQueenie 8 жыл бұрын

This seems like a really good idea.

@mohammadi5199 8 жыл бұрын

Not a bad idea lol it's like working for Disney but with old people, awesome parks, free food and cheerleader from every state each year lol.

@SirCutRy 8 жыл бұрын

+Mohammad I Where do you get that idea?

@purplepineapple117 8 жыл бұрын

All of my friends when I was a teenager were in their 50's and another group in their 80-90"s. Old people rule! They give no fucks and are down to talk about anything. Plus you learn a lot which is extremely good in any professional environment. They expand your mind in such a way that their is a mindset that everyone is truly equal and should be treated as such.

@subhabratapramanick 8 жыл бұрын

Very nice idea.But what is wrong with staying with your parents unless you find a decent job and earn enough to buy your own home?? Why move out in just 18? One can study and earn from his/her parent's home and should save enough to move out at the age of 25-26..That is why Asian culture has strong family value and bonding.

@jamie_2314 8 жыл бұрын

Apparently in Finland there is a strong sense of gaining independence at a young age, apparently if a child slips up on ice in Finland the parents will just let the kid get up by themselves

@greengeck0 8 жыл бұрын

+subhabrata pramanick NO it's not that they can't, they do help you financialy but it is a custom so to say to move out when you're 18, nobody forces you to and nobody kicks you out but most 18's move out since that is what everyone else does and have been doing for a long time.

@DarkLordOfSweden 8 жыл бұрын

it have bean a part of your cultures here in the north the past 100 years or so, to seek independence. my mother was 16 when she moved out

@dawoodchaudary8736 7 жыл бұрын

much agreed in Asian Culture family value and bonding is just amazing

@thelegendkillersshittyduff1335 5 жыл бұрын

@@jamie_2314 wow shitty fucking parents we need too stop making humans

@user-uc1xr2fc9z 7 жыл бұрын

This is going to be Sydney in a few years. The house prices are soaring!!

@malikmalak4631 8 жыл бұрын

1:16 "Not on the street but homeless" = first world homeless...

@malikmalak4631 8 жыл бұрын

+Abdul Malak I'm not saying the idea a bad thing. It's defiantly a creative and forward thinking.

@monickalynn4365 3 жыл бұрын

First world indeed

@georgelouis6515 6 жыл бұрын

I know this really handsome guy named Jimmy that's 25. I tried to be his friend but he blows me off. He knows I'm gay and I like him. We worked together at a grocery store where he was my manager. Old people would poop in the elevator and bathroom stalls and he would whistle.. say it stinks and laugh like it's funny. He would clean it up every time and remain in a good mood. He quit there to live with his pap in a nursing home cleaning bathrooms. I almost never get to see him now. I saw him getting coffee and asked him to let me take him to star bucks and buy him coffee and he said while exhaling "Nhooo..." like he was saying absolutely not. Then I asked him when hes coming back. He said "never. I love my job. It's the best place to work. The best people. I asked if he cleans up shit. He said "Everyday. The bathrooms there stink. Poop on the walls and floor. That's what they hired me for." I feel really jealous. Jimmy would rather clean up shit and hang out with old people than hang out with me and let me buy him coffee. I though we were friends at one point.

@TheMinipasila 8 жыл бұрын

torilla tavataan!

@arijitdeb3638 8 жыл бұрын

I wish I could live in a retirement home..

@xWood4000 8 жыл бұрын

You even learn things about your own town sometimes...

@charliejimenez236 6 жыл бұрын

The down fall is that you go to allot of funetals there

@tusenbensen334 8 жыл бұрын

They're on the right path, we shouldn't push the older generation away

@manangandhi4049 8 жыл бұрын

I wonder why leaving home at 18 is a thing... There cannot be a greater thing than a joint family...

@limelone5323 8 жыл бұрын

The world is such a sad and cold place. People only thinks about themselves nowadays.

@RobertF- 8 жыл бұрын

+lime lone Yeah, people have learned the trick to not give a fuck about anyone but themselves. It's a good trick for those who can trick themselves into thinking they're happy living that way. And they can for awhile, but it's not sustainable, that's why the world just falls apart more and more all the time. Eventually the world will reach a point where it's not sustainable anymore and something needs to change, but until then lots and lots of people are just going to keep tricking themselves into thinking they are happy by living just for themselves.

@limelone5323 8 жыл бұрын

That's why they choose to hunting for more and more materialism thinking that satisfy their greeds will make their life happy while the other poor ones living in hell. Selfish humans.

@RobertF- 8 жыл бұрын

lime lone That's true, but at the same time I don't want to get too depressed because there are great people in the world too. The people in this video all seem like great people. Also you might be interested in checking out videos of Eckhart Tolle and Jiddu Krishnamurti on youtube.

@howtowin.facts.7247 7 жыл бұрын

but . what about snatch?

@The_Daily_Tomato 8 жыл бұрын

This is genius :)

@thebiggestcontroversy5881 8 жыл бұрын

what the hell i see this person in every videos

@The_Daily_Tomato 8 жыл бұрын

The Biggest Controversy Because i am your evil twin, here to follow you no matter where you go ;) ..................Or because i work at home and thus have a lot of free time ;)

@thebiggestcontroversy5881 8 жыл бұрын

why dont you subscribe to my channel haha

@AliciaAbraham 8 жыл бұрын

i came here thinking it's about stupid kids who put their parents in old age home, turned out to be something so beautiful :)

@tytube3001 8 жыл бұрын

young people are loud and listen to music and watch videos with high bass, old people will get irritated fast

@racing.images6315 8 жыл бұрын

Finnish people are quite shy and abit funny. Just ask Kimi Raikkonen.

@yungboy4216 8 жыл бұрын

+f1images The word hipster gets thrown around way too much tbh. Just 'cause someone wears the stupid glasses/goofy hairdos doesn't mean he's a hipster

@TheMinipasila 8 жыл бұрын

+MrAwesome172 I think you should stay on the topic.

@osmanbajaber4047 8 жыл бұрын

let's try this idea...

@Ilovemygoat4good 8 жыл бұрын

Can we do this in america?

@movingforward9555 8 жыл бұрын

Right! So beautiful. It would also be easier to be aware of their issues and give them the online social awareness presence they deserve.

@Chlamydialight 8 жыл бұрын

Id let Emil the teacher live with me. ;)

@annikboyer3395 8 жыл бұрын

Over here, there are young one that live in retiring home but it's not their choice. They have to live there because they have disabilities and there is no place for them.

@mikolajwojnicki2169 8 жыл бұрын

LOL, I would just stay with my family!

@Rose-qd2bl 4 жыл бұрын

They will never allow this in the US.

@alexduran5605 8 жыл бұрын

This is where Washington DC is heading lol.

@KeepCalmAndCarrieOn1 8 жыл бұрын

Is anyone gonna comment on his "Brony" shirt? XD

@joey1599 8 жыл бұрын

Jesus Christ the nose on that kid, is his last name goldstein?

@tatiatus3382 8 жыл бұрын

Suomi perkele! 80 asteisessa saunassa tavataan

@jameswray50 8 жыл бұрын

The question is, what old people want to socialize with hipsters?

@DarkLordOfSweden 8 жыл бұрын

the are probably not, it not a uncommon way of looking here

@Dead_pixelz_ 8 жыл бұрын

I'm betting Finland is a progressive nation, where the elderly look at youths with joy and pride rather than like the US where the elderly hate young people because the elderly are conservative and youths are liberal. But i don't know much about Finland so that's just my guess.

@michaelperez6147 8 жыл бұрын

+DaCamponTwee Old hippies?