Elderly husband who fled care facility with his wife because 'they just wanted to be home together' told his daughter: 'Don't worry, I'll make sure I look after your mum'
- Posted on July 14, 2026
- By Daily Mail
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In brief
An elderly couple in Melbourne made headlines after leaving a retirement facility just days after admission, prioritizing their desire to remain together at home. The 89-year-old husband reassured his daughter he would personally care for his 83-year-old wife, choosing independence and companionship over institutional care. Their departure raises important questions about elderly autonomy, family dynamics, and the emotional needs of long-term couples facing end-of-life decisions.
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Elderly husband who fled care facility with his wife because 'they just wanted to be home together' told his daughter: 'Don't worry, I'll make sure I look after your mum'
Colin, 89, and Claudette Geraghty, 83, left Melbourne's Melba Retirement Village at about 11.15 am on Saturday - after just arriving last Tuesday.
