Elderly people here don't expect the government to pay for long-term care - as they'd prefer to remain independent.
That's the view of the director of adult social care who says people enjoy their independence.
The Department of Health and Social Care says it is working to maintain that by providing help that doesn't infringe on day-to-day living.
According to a study in the UK long-term care bills average at £67,000 - with 18 per cent of people looking to sell their homes to pay for them.
Cath Hayhow says things have changed for the better over the years on the Isle of Man:
Logan Air confirms changes to Birmingham route schedule
Minister says Braddan Roundhouse access route work is underway
Part of Dukes Ave to close during TT fortnight
Chief Minister and DESC meet with Southern Swimming Pool Board
Logan Air to stop weekend flights between IOM and Birmingham
Enterprise Minister says gov planning to collect more hospitality data
Sprinklers put out flats fire
Section of Mountain Road closed for oil clean-up
