Shocking ….. but sadly this seems to be becoming a more regular occurence.
How awful must it be to be that alone in the world that noone’s at all bothered when you are not heard from or seen for years. :(
As for the so called carers Carol speaks of I see it all the time in my work, sheer neglect.
I know the elderly/ disabled can be cantankerous bugga’s at times but, are basic needs such as to be clean fed & as comfortable as can be to much to ask of the so called carers.
Show any compassion though & you run the risk of being classed as an interfering busybody – Don’t we live in a great society these days. :-s