My mum passed away 3 years ago this year and it has been increasingly obvious that my dad has been having difficulties living on his own. He has stubbornly holding onto his independence as long as he can (80 years of age and I totally understand why).
He lives nearly 3 hours away from me so I try and visit as much as I can but it is hard and will get harder as DD gets older.
Recently he has been talking about selling up and moving to a retirement village but one that offers some independence.
So as this is an area outside of my experience I am asking for your knowledge and help on what I need to help him? How does it work? Is it rental or you have to buy your place? I am guessing it may be hard to get places? He is hoping to get closer to me even if it's just half way.

Any advice would be appreciated.

(mods sorry if this is in wrong spot but I thought it seemed most appropriate)