Finished Walkout Basement For Grandma / Our Multigenerational Home Story

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  • čas přidán 26. 07. 2024
  • We bought a home and turned it into a multigenerational house so my parents could live with my husband and I. I wanted to take care of my parents instead of them living in an assisted living home. This is our story..

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  • @PhoenixFlowerEmma
    @PhoenixFlowerEmma Před 7 měsíci +357

    I bet your dad could peacefully pass on knowing his wife child and grandchild were happy safe and together ❤ God Bless 🥰

    • @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement
      @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement  Před 7 měsíci +38

      I hope so..thank you ❤️

    • @jansmith3158
      @jansmith3158 Před 7 měsíci

      @@GrandmaLivesInTheBasement Your family of 3 generations living under one roof is BEAUTIFUL!!! 💙
      In so many countries this is common and not rare. Sadly, in the US 3 generations living under the same roof is frowned upon by so many. if people would just realize that we as human families are meant to live under the same roof to take care of each other and to pass knowledge on to the grandkids and for the grand kids to pass on the new knowledge to the older generations.
      for your mother look into the keto diet and carnvore diet. these diets are healing diets of so many health issues and help to get the person off of Rx drugs which cause so many side effects..Your mother still looks very young & still in good health but, these will help her out tremendously to have a very healthy body even more.
      channels to look up for keto diet: Dr Berg, Dr eckberg, Dr Boz
      for carnovre diet channels: Dr ken berry, dr shawn baker md podcast, home stead how, kelly hogan, nutrtion with judy, dr chaffee, steak and butter gal (all have endless wonderful vid testimonies from people of all ages (even in their 80's) of getting rid of all health issues from obesity, diabetes type 2, depression, gut issues, brain fog, brain issues, anxiety etc etc it's a veryyyy long list of healing that people have done on these diets). Most will start off with keto then transition to carnivore then back & forth.
      on all of these look into intermittant fasting.
      your library will have books on Keto diet, carnviore diet and fasting.
      Your father-in-law & husband did a wonderful job building out this basement. And, your mother did a wonderful job selecting the kitchen/bath fixtures out & decorations.
      What a wonderful daughter you are to think outside the box to bring your mother to your home to take care of and have her stay connected daily to you, your husband & children!!! 💙
      Cheers to taking care of elderly parents!!

  • @ThereSheIsMakeup
    @ThereSheIsMakeup Před 7 měsíci +210

    Coming from an Asian household, multigenerational homes are very normal for our culture. And it’s for the very reasons you explain in this video. Aside from the financial savings, the family bonds that grow stronger over the years make it so worth it as well as the safety of our parents. I love this set up! Bravo 👏

    • @rut8851
      @rut8851 Před 7 měsíci +12

      I agree and this is something we need to relook at in USA culture.

    • @Pkeats817
      @Pkeats817 Před 7 měsíci +2

      It used to be common in our culture too but changed in modern times.

    • @hydrangeaism
      @hydrangeaism Před 7 měsíci

      So true-

    • @judiecrawford2588
      @judiecrawford2588 Před 7 měsíci

      I really like what yall did also. However if you were my daughter I would have had a thing or three to say about how much you intrupted when she was talking. Go back and listen. 😢

    • @cloverc2305
      @cloverc2305 Před 6 měsíci +1

      yes as an Asian it's a common thing, my grandparents also has a multigenerational home and it's very beautiful. Since my parents had job in another city, they bought another home separated from my grandparents', and I've been renovating it into a multigenerational home too.

  • @kathiepierro1031
    @kathiepierro1031 Před 7 měsíci +31

    The peace of mind of knowing your mom is nearby and safe is such a blessing.

    • @hydrangeaism
      @hydrangeaism Před 7 měsíci +1

      It has to be everything, to know your loved one is near, safe, and in such a beautiful locale! Wow!

  • @EoffZooStaff
    @EoffZooStaff Před 7 měsíci +80

    This is absolutely wonderful!!! Grandma's apartment is so beautiful. She gets to live her life in a real home with people who love her very much instead of a facility where it is 50/50 that the residents are getting decent care and not being abused. God Bless this family, This is amazing!

  • @tobybarg4488
    @tobybarg4488 Před 7 měsíci +64

    We did this too. It’s great for everyone. My mom’s space is more compact, but we tried to set it up nicely. And much appreciation for your dad’s service and sacrifices.

  • @brrittybe90
    @brrittybe90 Před 7 měsíci +18

    Damn! 425k! In Maryland, this would be a multimillion dollar home. This house is beautiful

  • @Mori
    @Mori Před 7 měsíci +57

    Honoring your father like this is admirable. Sad we now live in a society that doesn’t appreciate strong fathers and veterans anymore. Thank you for still showing appreciation though. God Bless!

    • @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement
      @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement  Před 7 měsíci +3

      ❤️❤️❤️

    • @user-qc8do8rl6f
      @user-qc8do8rl6f Před 7 měsíci

      I had 2 Uncle's in different military units, and they had to figure out which of them would change their times for active duty? (*They had a new law that limits our guys to 50 miles away from each other so they won't die at the same time.) They decided to stay there and get over it.
      My Mom made cookies to put smiles on their faces. They had big fights with the other soldiers to see whose name was on the packages. They're both still alive but they have health issues too. Jim was in 2X USMC & George was full time in Air Force (meachanic). Jim worked 30 years at Pontiac and then he retired. I'm trying to see if I can get these guys on a cruise? WWYD?
      I'm glad to see your Mom enjoying her Santa Clauses. 🤶 🎅 My Mom does the same thing too! Have Fun! Merry Christmas. Kristina Marks Tidwell

  • @roxie0648
    @roxie0648 Před 7 měsíci +28

    Coming from a Latino family this was the way it was with our generation but our children born in the USA have walked away from this way of life. My hubby and I just retired 58/59 and our grown children with exception of our youngest want nothing to do with us…they only think of themselves…unfortunately, this has become the story of many people my age. Y’all are very lucky to have each other!

    • @mrsevergreentree
      @mrsevergreentree Před 7 měsíci +3

      How you raise them matters though..I hope they change their ways

    • @shariffbrown04
      @shariffbrown04 Před měsícem

      Sooo sorry ❤

    • @Comsense1
      @Comsense1 Před 11 dny

      So sad, I live on LA in Colombia and our parents is all for us along with siblings and neae family. I wish you the best... Saludos y abrazos Dios te guarde.

  • @florenstinewoods8061
    @florenstinewoods8061 Před 7 měsíci +77

    I was blessed to grow up with my grandparents, great-grandparents, great-uncles, and great-aunts. It is a kind of love not many get to experience. I try to spend lots of time with my grandchildren. I am proud of what your family is doing. Blessings🥰

    • @shanellakers7303
      @shanellakers7303 Před 7 měsíci +2

      Yes. It is. I lived with my mom, grandmother, great grandparents, and uncles who move in and out as needed.

    • @hydrangeaism
      @hydrangeaism Před 7 měsíci +2

      Wow...what a unique privilege you got to have!

  • @JadeCanada237
    @JadeCanada237 Před 7 měsíci +50

    My husbands family is Italian and it is very normal for multiple generations to live in the same home. He in fact shared a bedroom with his grandmother for years before she passed. I love the memorial area for your dad. It must be very hard for your mom to live there without him but what a beautiful family home you all have! I love all the light and open spaces. The ducks waddling to the pond was adorable :) Thank you for sharing it with us.

  • @mscozzie7754
    @mscozzie7754 Před 7 měsíci +35

    First, let me offer my condolences to your family in the passing of your father. Your husband and father-in-law did an awesome job on the basement apartment. It’s absolutely beautiful.

  • @sharonsunshine2532
    @sharonsunshine2532 Před 7 měsíci +78

    I almost cried... this was just a wonderful warm walk through of your lives and loving, beautiful home. I love, love , love it. You folks enjoy every single moment. ❤❤❤🙏

    • @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement
      @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement  Před 7 měsíci +9

      Thank you so much! That is so kind of you to leave such a nice comment for us. We really appreciate it! We are trying to enjoy our time together… we are well aware that life is short and nothing lasts forever❤️ must make the best of it! Thanks again❤️

    • @melissaanthony7175
      @melissaanthony7175 Před 7 měsíci

      This is so gorgeous. Such a blessing to be able to care for your parents when they get older. Your home is ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS! I hope this is not too invasive, but what advice would you give on being able to afford a home like this and renovate it?

  • @styledbylola
    @styledbylola Před 7 měsíci +30

    Grandma, Your home is so beautiful and peaceful!
    It's so nice to hear your husband was able to see his home before passing.
    Your daughter and son-in-law did a great job, along with her father-in-law.

  • @daydreambeliever6603
    @daydreambeliever6603 Před 7 měsíci +21

    My son and son-in-law are employed at Firekeepers. We built a home on 16 acres this year with my daughter, son-in-law and their three children. My husband and I have our own small apartment on the main floor with our own outside deck. We had lived together for two years while we went thru the building process. Living in a multigenerational family home has so many benefits for all of us. I was happy to see that there are others in our area doing something very similar.

  • @ElliesDonna14
    @ElliesDonna14 Před 7 měsíci +10

    I live in a multi generational home. Me my mom and step dad live together in one home. It’s the house I grew up in. My husband passed away and I moved back home. It works for us. She’s in bad health and I’m right here 24/7 for her. My daughter is planning on moving in soon after her house sells. We don’t have a basement or anything like that. It’s just one level but it works.

  • @lauramarika
    @lauramarika Před 7 měsíci +6

    I dream that I could live like this with my nana when she will need help. She is now 85yo, but still can live her own and is even driving without problems! She is my best friend and confidant ❤️

  • @christinedevito484
    @christinedevito484 Před 7 měsíci +5

    Lovely home , the walkout basement is very inviting and spacious. The best gift to give your parents is to simply be there for them.

  • @carebears4295
    @carebears4295 Před 7 měsíci +9

    You can tell Grandma so happy and well pleased. Awesome investment.

  • @paulatristan8189
    @paulatristan8189 Před 7 měsíci +50

    Lets just take the time out to appreciate how beautiful the home is and how spacious it is. I love the ducks and the backyard its awesome 😃👍🏽🎉. Grammas new apartment is big and im loving it !!! So spacious and beautifully well done👍🏽😁

    • @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement
      @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement  Před 7 měsíci +7

      Thank you... my mom loves watching all the ducks. They are so funny and she can watch them from her Lazy Boy Chair. thanks for taking the time to comment!

    • @paulatristan8189
      @paulatristan8189 Před 7 měsíci +2

      @@GrandmaLivesInTheBasement + you are so welcome. Many positive blessings to you and your family🙏🏽💜

    • @juleswifey6003
      @juleswifey6003 Před 7 měsíci +1

      it's absolutely beautiful

    • @angelamichelle0729
      @angelamichelle0729 Před 7 měsíci

      Beautiful!! This is so heartwarming. My dad was a WWII veteran. Thank you to your dad for his service in his memory. I know he's looking through the clouds and smiling to see how beautiful the home is, and you'll being together.

    • @hydrangeaism
      @hydrangeaism Před 7 měsíci +1

      And, the beautiful POND that brings the birds to their sanctuary, too!

  • @shelbyworrell1013
    @shelbyworrell1013 Před 7 měsíci +11

    This made me so happy, I cried. What a beautiful home and beautiful way to honor your mother. Family taking care of family. Your mother has great taste!!! I see where you get it from!!!

  • @debbie-0206
    @debbie-0206 Před 7 měsíci +7

    I found your channel today and watched with tears in my eyes. I had my mum and dad come to live with us, after they were both diagnosed with dementia. My mum unexpectedly passed away 2 years ago and my dad unexpectedly passed away a year ago. I loved and cherish every minute of them living with me. Grandma looks so happy in her beautiful apartment and I loved being shown around. Thank you.

  • @amandasuze
    @amandasuze Před 7 měsíci +16

    What a lovely idea, I would just love it if my daughter could be around her grandparents as much. So funny because multi-generational homes used to be the norm, but seems while we all got 'more' and 'bigger', our connection with family got smaller and smaller. I love that you are sharing a modern twist on classic values, thank you so much for sharing!

  • @lorrainedempsey3320
    @lorrainedempsey3320 Před 7 měsíci +10

    Multigenerational living, is a wonderful thing, for the entire family. It is pretty common, in other countries. You and your husband have made a very beautiful space in your home, for your mother, which I'm sure makes her feel, very welcome. God bless you.🤗🤗🤗💕💕💕

    • @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement
      @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement  Před 7 měsíci +2

      I am noticing a trend of more people living this way in the states..maybe because of the economy. I hope it keeps up😊

  • @reneerasul3347
    @reneerasul3347 Před 7 měsíci +7

    This is so wonderful and that knock on the door was not lost on me ma'am. 🤗😉💥 What a blessing to be able to do this! ENJOY! ❤

  • @janetmichigander
    @janetmichigander Před 7 měsíci +17

    What a wonderful idea to have your mother living with you. Generations ago, this was standard. The old country did this with their family. I am from Michigan, seems you all are too. My husband and I visited this past fall, he had never been, and it was as wonderful as I remember. I am happy to have found your channel. Please keep on sharing your life and I look forward to it.

  • @alainam6617
    @alainam6617 Před 7 měsíci +12

    What a lovely video. Sorry for your loss. My dad is also a Vietnam Veteran. Also exposed to Agent Orange. He currently has many many health problems. Thank you for sharing, its nice to hear we're not alone❤

  • @melissagiesin353
    @melissagiesin353 Před 7 měsíci +3

    This is a Special Place that I Wish ALL Grandma's and Grandpa's had to retire. Such A BEAUTIFUL FAMILY ❤ GOD BLESS 🙏 YOU ALL 💖

  • @stigmatamartyr4223
    @stigmatamartyr4223 Před 2 měsíci

    When people hear the word basement they’re usually thinking about a dreadful space to store junk but this basement is phenomenal. The kitchen is gorgeous. Grandma has everything she needs there 🥺

    • @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement
      @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement  Před 2 měsíci +1

      You are right! When grandma tells her friends she lives in a basement they all feel sorry for her because they think of a dark basement. That is partly why we started our channel.. so grandma’s friends could see where she lived 😊

  • @cathyb6358
    @cathyb6358 Před 7 měsíci +8

    Several months ago, I began a multi-generational living journey. Several years, a family member succumbed to the effects of agent orange.
    Your mother's living space is huge. The bathroom resembles a movie star's dressing room in scope. I wish you success with your channel.

  • @montanalife406
    @montanalife406 Před 7 měsíci +11

    Loved the tour! It’s just beautiful! I especially love the secret garden..that patio…all of it! So pretty and peaceful! I’ve always thought multi generational living is a very good thing!

  • @user-gz6jx7wj8i
    @user-gz6jx7wj8i Před 25 dny

    Thank you to your late dad for his service!

  • @francinesexton8266
    @francinesexton8266 Před 5 měsíci +1

    This is so very perfect for your mom. I can see where she would feel very content with family around her. Very nice job. Be proud.

  • @lindacortez9504
    @lindacortez9504 Před 7 měsíci +2

    How wonderful. Your a loving daughter. It's beautiful she can be with her daughter and her family. Bless your home and hearts.

  • @user-mj3ud2om4s
    @user-mj3ud2om4s Před 7 měsíci +7

    Blessings to you for bringing your parents home! This is as it should be. I am from Michigan, well, from Poland and we landed in Michigan. Having multigenerational living is just such a lovely lovely blessing!
    I love Grandma's apartment. :) It is gorgeous!

  • @laurataylor3159
    @laurataylor3159 Před 23 dny

    This is absolutely beautiful. Grandma is si cute. Taking care of your mom is everything. Her place is a sanctuary ❤❤

  • @bobjoanstaudenbaur1979
    @bobjoanstaudenbaur1979 Před 7 měsíci +5

    What a beautiful job your husband and father in law did on the basement and whoever decorated it did a great job. So cozy and welcoming. The patio flowers and patio are lovely. Your mum is soo fortunate to have you and you her of course. I hope you will all be happy and healthy in your new home. 😀

  • @paulinewhite3273
    @paulinewhite3273 Před měsícem

    Its all just beautiful. Im a widow and live in a small two bedroom maisonette in the UK. My youngest daughter 31 lives with me at the moment, the idea that she would save for a deposit for a place of her own. I gave her my large bedroom where I used to watch the birds in my small garden. I have a deep faith and know God has amazing plans. Thank you for opening up your home and lifestyle, I pray you all continue to prosper and enjoy your family life together.

  • @katlas
    @katlas Před 6 měsíci +1

    Dear Grandma lives in the basement, the tour was amazing! Grandma has such a wonderful set up. Thank you for sharing.

  • @molie7712
    @molie7712 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Doesn't even look like a basement whatsoever! It's such a cute space and the patio helps create a more homey atmosphere that is just so comforting!

    • @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement
      @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you..that was a big reason we bought this house because the walkout basement got so much light! Thanks for the comment❤️

  • @leepope3377
    @leepope3377 Před 7 měsíci +8

    I love this idea. My son brought this idea up to me when they were selling their current home. Unfortunately, my DIL had other ideas of how it should be and it did not happen. I wish it would because my work has me out of town for a week at a time and it’s difficult to coordinate with seeing my grand kids as I don’t usually know when I will be home until the day before. It would have been perfect, but DIL had lots of “rules” for HER house. I said if I’m paying a portion of your mortgage, it’s my home too. So, it did not happen. I am devastated.

    • @JulieEbersole
      @JulieEbersole Před 4 měsíci

      This breaks my heart. I wish it had turned out differently for your family. ❤

    • @embeetoast2211
      @embeetoast2211 Před 4 měsíci

      This sounds so frustrating. I’m sorry.

    • @croswellianprincess3590
      @croswellianprincess3590 Před 3 měsíci +1

      Sounds like the son married a woman very similar to his mother.

    • @leepope3377
      @leepope3377 Před 3 měsíci

      @@croswellianprincess3590 so I hear! 😂 Now my work has me out of town for 2 1/2 weeks at a time, so even less time with the grands, but we make it work-sort of.

  • @Samisnotsleeping
    @Samisnotsleeping Před 7 měsíci +4

    I wanna get to know Grandma more! She's adorable with her Santa's :) I'm taking care of my fiance's grandmother, and it can be hard at time bc she has dementia but i would much rather her be with us than anywhere else. Is a gift to have family so close to you. 🙏

  • @jjdotj5028
    @jjdotj5028 Před 7 měsíci +7

    If your mom (God forbid) needs bathing assistance in and out of the shower, there’s a lift that gets built into the ceiling on a track and can help a lot. My cousin, a vet as well, had a TBI and my aunt renovated his home to make it fully accessible. So, if and when the time comes, there’s plenty of affordable options to explore. God bless each of you and enjoy your amazing home! ❤

  • @christinaholligan8299
    @christinaholligan8299 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Is so precious of you to be with your mom and love her enough to Have her in your home

  • @marcellaorourke8997
    @marcellaorourke8997 Před 7 měsíci +3

    Beautiful house, beautiful land, beautiful grandma, beautiful family

  • @ButOliveUMore
    @ButOliveUMore Před 7 měsíci +7

    I would love to see all of her organization in closets and drawers and the things she has as essentials! Learning how to downsize our stuff

  • @msvaj
    @msvaj Před 7 měsíci +3

    I LOVE LOVE grandma's patio...especially during Summer and Fall season. Loved it! I'm sure your mom is very proud of you and your husband for giving her he most beautiful place to live.

  • @flowerchild9672
    @flowerchild9672 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Oh my gosh! So beautiful and serene. I’d be outside with the pet ducks too while drinking my coffee. Your husband is super talented. I can imagine all the money you saved by doing it himself. This actually gives me ideas. In all honesty, I don’t want my mother-in-law living with my family ever even though I love her dearly, but that’s just (for my situation) way too much, but if I was so inclined, I’d do something like this. Thank you so much for sharing.

  • @cynthiacook7768
    @cynthiacook7768 Před 7 měsíci +9

    I love it, Grandma! Merry Christmas!

  • @e.b.4379
    @e.b.4379 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Absolutely loved everything! As a European (from Sweden), I don't often like the style and decor of many American houses but this was immaculate. Very sad to hear your father passed away before renovations were completed. Thanks for sharing. Also, the back and forth banter between mother-in-law and so-in-law is great!

    • @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement
      @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement  Před 6 měsíci

      Oh thank you so much! I’m so glad you enjoyed the video. Welcome to the channel❤️❤️

  • @luanneneill2877
    @luanneneill2877 Před měsícem

    Same thing happened with my sister (and her family) and our parents. They both sold their houses and bought one big enough for both families. Our father passed away before the renovations were done, however. My mom had a studio-sized apartment with a covered patio over the double garage, so she could be outside and had room to exercise and relax. She lived for ten years after that and has now been gone for ten years. It was a good set up as she didn’t want to go to a retirement home and my sister (the only one living in the same city) promised that she wouldn’t put her in one.

  • @mrsevergreentree
    @mrsevergreentree Před 7 měsíci +1

    They raised an excellent daughter

  • @PolishedAfterSixtyYvette
    @PolishedAfterSixtyYvette Před 7 měsíci +3

    What a lovely example for others to use. Not many people have the courage to do this. Although it makes sense on so many different levels, some people don’t have the ability to share their homes with their family members. I applaud you. Your dad must be so proud of you knowing that his wife, daughter, and grandchildren will be there for one another. Just beautiful.

  • @Mary-xl9tc
    @Mary-xl9tc Před 7 měsíci +3

    Does Grandma love to cook? Her fabulous kitchen would be the perfect CZcams cooking channel studio❤

  • @LindaKayHolevas
    @LindaKayHolevas Před 7 měsíci +11

    First of all, this is the first video of yours that I have watched, and I really enjoyed it. New sub here. Secondly, although your father is not here to thank, I would like to thank your family for his service to our country. I also offer my condolences for his loss. My son is also a disabled Navy Veteran, although he’s only in his mid 30’s. He suffered a traumatic brain injury while serving. He’s doing super well now, thank God. Anyway, your mother’s home is gorgeous. I am sure living with you & your family is helping her with her grief. I hope my children are just as caring of me as you are to your mom. I am a big part of my grandchildren’s life & I can totally see living in a situation like this someday (I am only 59). Thank you for sharing! xo (I am also a Linda:) 💕

  • @lovejoy5050
    @lovejoy5050 Před 7 měsíci +4

    I put raw peanuts on my balcony to watch the birds and squarals come every morning and my cats like to watch from the glass door.What a wonderful family you have.God bless you❤

  • @lindakathleen7263
    @lindakathleen7263 Před měsícem

    Everything is beautiful! From the home and apartment to the landscaping to the love in your hearts for your grandma. Good on you!

  • @sjones4668
    @sjones4668 Před 7 měsíci +1

    More people should live like this.

  • @lynetteclauser3551
    @lynetteclauser3551 Před 7 měsíci +1

    I grew up with my grandmother on the floor above. It was such a wonderful thing to have her around. She would often explain or teach me things my mom couldn’t (both my mom and dad worked 2 jobs). I still miss her.

  • @elizabethd.7662
    @elizabethd.7662 Před 7 měsíci +7

    How beautiful the space looks. Family living together is so wonderful when it works.😊

  • @tanyawashington5472
    @tanyawashington5472 Před 7 měsíci +18

    ❤A-B-S-O-L-U-T-E-L-Y ❤A-W-E-S-O-M-E!❤ I sent this video to my children to help them do something similar for me, hopefully. Your home is gorgeous, and the idea of multigenerational living is awesome to me. That's how my grandma's grandma lived back in the day. But as we modernized, we drifted far from the concept. Thank you. 🙌🏾❤️🙌🏾

    • @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement
      @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement  Před 7 měsíci +4

      Wonderful! I hope your children make a comfortable space for you. Thank you for sharing with us❤️

  • @cynthiagustafson2541
    @cynthiagustafson2541 Před 3 měsíci

    That apartment is beautiful! I love the idea of multi-generational living. I believe that use to be very common in this country.

  • @Starfish2145
    @Starfish2145 Před 7 měsíci

    Grandma‘s kitchen is nicer than mine!! That is a freaking palace for one person.

  • @jessicacannon7330
    @jessicacannon7330 Před 7 měsíci +1

    I recently lost my dad & am now driving back & forth from my home to moms to care for her. She's in a wheelchair from a bad stroke. I'm trying to clean up her place to sell it then buy a house that is wheelchair friendly. Long expensive process as you know. Bless you for taking care of your mom's needs. There definitely needs to be separation 😊 every family argues.

  • @florolenefarmer5372
    @florolenefarmer5372 Před 6 měsíci +1

    You all bring tears to my eyes I love the idea of you taking care of your mom and dad. You are an amazing angel ❤we all love you so much continue to take care of mom😊

  • @cyndyfabian7555
    @cyndyfabian7555 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Grannie Cyndy from South Australia here. I'm almost 72 yrs old and I am very blessed to still live and garden in my own house comfortably, especially since 2 hip replacements increased my mobility.
    But I think your solution to the next stage of your parents' life is wonderful. I'm sorry your Dad didn't make it to live there.
    The decor in the basement is beautiful! Some serious good taste there.
    God bless and a joyful Christmas to you all from down under.

  • @tashad2201
    @tashad2201 Před 7 měsíci +5

    Beautiful. Your mom has her room set up just how my grandma did and my mom currently does. This is a good idea to do for parents. love it. My prayers for you and your family for your loss.

  • @drinaramirez1114
    @drinaramirez1114 Před 7 měsíci +4

    I would love to live in grandma’s apartment so cozy homey

  • @daynadaily8073
    @daynadaily8073 Před 7 měsíci +1

    So cool. If I had money, I would definitely do this for my mom. All us kids are fighting to have mom (there are 6 of us). I was a live in Nanny and the family had a small apartment area in their basement too. Kitchen, frontroom, bedroom, and a bathroom. It would be perfect for a mom/dad, grandparent.

  • @sandyjones1014
    @sandyjones1014 Před 7 měsíci +4

    I hope you always appreciate the blessing your parents bestowed to you. I'm sure it would have been difficult to afford such a beautiful home without your parent's help. It seems like your Mother appreciates being with her family. ❤ Your husband and fil do beautiful work!!! 😍

  • @lindastarr6569
    @lindastarr6569 Před 7 měsíci +1

    I am sorry for the loss of your father, husband, grandpa. The house looks likes the Walton's house

    • @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement
      @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much.. My dad actually loved that show. He would watch reruns of that show all the time.

    • @lindastarr6569
      @lindastarr6569 Před 7 měsíci

      @@GrandmaLivesInTheBasement That was my favor song. I want that house and have my life like their. I have all DVDs. I love the first 4 years because that is when they all was at home.

  • @rnpenelope5672
    @rnpenelope5672 Před 7 měsíci +2

    My mom needs more help. We want to do this so bad. We living in California!!! Expensive. We need prayers that it will work out. I’m glad you stated things are perfect and there are arguments and disagreements. That’s reality. Thank you for sharing.

  • @g-mawof5310
    @g-mawof5310 Před 7 měsíci +1

    I Swear This Is The Smartest Thing I’ve Seen Thus Far! With The Price Of Everything Now This Is What We Should All Be Doing. Now That’s If You Can Live With Family ! I’m Currently Doing This Very Thing!

  • @charlieulmer-scrantonscomm2388

    Building something like this for my mother with short term memory loss now. She’s stubborn and not joyous about it. But it’s the right move and the future of America. God Bless, your husband did a killer job, better than the $150K contractors would have lol

  • @christineayala5535
    @christineayala5535 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Beautiful home.! So sorry for the loss of your father. My husband was also a disabled veteran (Vietnam) army. He was also exposed to agent orange. He passed in May of 2022

  • @diamondlee9034
    @diamondlee9034 Před 4 měsíci

    her “home” is absolutely gorgeous!! this really pulled my at my heartstrings, the love you all share is priceless💕

  • @Barber-ty2ec
    @Barber-ty2ec Před 7 měsíci +2

    Linda you have a beautiful apartment. Yes you are a high roller paying 245k for an apartment plus the upgrades. Kind a pricey. I'm glad you have family there tho. Hopefully they treat you good.

  • @melodeeplath8002
    @melodeeplath8002 Před 7 měsíci +5

    Gorgeous place! I love the multi generational living idea !!!

  • @marywalker2896
    @marywalker2896 Před 7 měsíci

    My basement apartment is not that fancy although k have laundry, kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom. All the essentials. Very blessed to have an apartment in my son’s home with my grandchildren. My husband did get to live here for a few years before he passed away.we are so blessed to have children who truly cares about us.beautiful patio and pond

  • @kristinalowe9819
    @kristinalowe9819 Před 7 měsíci +8

    This is what a loving family looks like…taking care of one another.
    Such a beautiful home and I thank you for sharing your success with us! Merry Christmas! 🎄

  • @bringitdanielle
    @bringitdanielle Před 7 měsíci

    I grew up in a multigen household and my grandma was my bestie!!! She was my roommate til I was 14ish. I plan to have my mom live with me and my husband when we have kids.

    • @MK-ih6wp
      @MK-ih6wp Před 7 měsíci +1

      Me too. I had no Dad, but my Grandma made up for it!
      I never had any siblings either, but since I lived at Grandma's house, I got to play with my cousins all the time!
      It all worked out for the best & we remain super close.
      Grandma's (and Mom's) Rule!

  • @bibidramas
    @bibidramas Před 6 měsíci

    I think living together multigeneration like this is amazing. I feel it makes u less lonely and everyday feels like holiday haha. I wish my parents and grandparents would agree to move to the same state to live together with us - they live 8 hours drive away from us. Please pray for us tooo !

  • @barbieholicable
    @barbieholicable Před 7 měsíci

    Grandma's kitchen is my favorite. this is incredible, I love love this is wonderful thing all the family together.

    • @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement
      @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement  Před 7 měsíci

      Thank you so much! Grandma has an eye for design :) thanks for the comment. We love hearing what you think!

  • @moniquerich5743
    @moniquerich5743 Před 6 měsíci

    WOW!!! What a beautiful home! You are so blessed to have your mom living with you. Having her own apartment space in the basement is absolutely perfect. The backyard patio summertime flowers are GORGEOUS!! Now that's what I call a perfect relaxing nature setting for a morning coffee. ☕🌻Thank you for sharing.

  • @rut8851
    @rut8851 Před 7 měsíci +1

    I’m a new subscriber. I’m in a converted garage in the back of my daughter and son n law’s home but they are wanting to use this as an investment and build a multi generational home with a basement like yours. I love what you’ve done with the basement and it’s really a beautiful thing and blessing to be with your granddaughter.

    • @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement
      @GrandmaLivesInTheBasement  Před 7 měsíci

      Wow that is awesome! How do you like living with them? Thanks for subscribing and I hope you enjoy our channel!

  • @glendasully
    @glendasully Před 7 měsíci +2

    I'm so sorry that your dad passed before he could enjoy this beautiful home with your mom. This is a lovely example of a healthy & happy family. Your home & grounds are beautiful

  • @movinngroovin2104
    @movinngroovin2104 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Very nice your mom is safe living downstairs. People use to do this back in the day to help their parents and families would all live together to help each other out. She has a very beautiful place to live. Love the whole home the pond as well.

  • @lissetteramos1761
    @lissetteramos1761 Před 7 měsíci

    I think that's wonderful idea. My friend has a grandson in the navy and is stationed in Hawaii. While he was there an opportunity came to him in the form of 2 houses on 2 1/2 acres of land. The main house is one family 3bd2 1/2bath and one acre across that you can see from the kitchen window above the sink the 2 family house. The ground floor has 2 bdrm& 1&1/2 bath which my friend lives with his wife and on the second floor his son & his family in a 3bd 2bath. Since his grandson is in the navy all three of them bought the property. Both grandparents and parents sold their houses & each put half from the sales of the houses and at first put under his grandson's name because of the discount because he's a serviceman. Then once it was sold he just put it in his parents, grandparents and his name. They updated it and still saved too.
    My mom has a land since 1977 & we're planning on building on it too & make it 2 family home for privacy and saving too. My mom and I have the ground floor & sister has the second floor with terrace with stairs leading into the back yard.

  • @LexingtonCruz
    @LexingtonCruz Před 7 měsíci +1

    This was my absolute dream if I still had my parents. I can only hope I’m so lucky to have my second chance at multi generational with my own kids, continuing our lives in the home I already own. I have plans to extend the property in same fashion as you have, so my sons can nest with their significant others as they plan their futures.

  • @vivianfuller819
    @vivianfuller819 Před 5 měsíci

    This Spring I'll be moving in with my oldest son and his wife. I'll be living in the basement, too! It's a walkout with a lovely living room, bedroom, and bathroom.

  • @Booboofuzzbucket
    @Booboofuzzbucket Před 7 měsíci +1

    Your home and land is soooo peaceful….including the precious waddling ducks and chickens!! The home you have made for Grandma is just beautiful and functional and just lovely!! I think the best part is that your daughter gets to spend time with her whole family but you are teaching her that family is important and family takes care of family, no matter what. You have been very blessed by God 💜💜💜💜

  • @DoYou-ec4fl
    @DoYou-ec4fl Před 7 měsíci +2

    The home is beautiful, and your Dad can rest peacefully knowing your Mom is taken good care of and living comfortably.

  • @gwenbergeson4825
    @gwenbergeson4825 Před 7 měsíci +4

    Beautiful home..such a blessing for your mom to be surrounded by her family.TFS ❤️

  • @susanpeterson9558
    @susanpeterson9558 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Grandma's apartment is beautifully done. I have wanted my mom to move in with me and my son for years. You have built a wonderful home full of love.😊❤

  • @howitzerdriver7687
    @howitzerdriver7687 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Salute to my Veteran. Many families do not understand the importance of getting the flag. Glad to see it displayed for him.

  • @conniemendeszoon9789
    @conniemendeszoon9789 Před 7 měsíci

    Grandma Linda Basement, is bigger than my appartement, Love it, feels very homely

  • @cassandrarandolph5745
    @cassandrarandolph5745 Před 7 měsíci

    This is a beautiful space for your mom. It just makes sense

  • @gigiluv0812
    @gigiluv0812 Před 7 měsíci

    my mom always told me that how you treat your mom,your children will do the same to you!Your husband was a great man..he just dont love you but as well as your parents....grandma waa so blessed to have you both! i love my parents so much and one of my regrets is not able to give my dad a good life before he died,thats why me and my siblings were trying our best to pamper our mom! Godbless u and your family❤️❤️❤️

  • @Dakota-xi6cg
    @Dakota-xi6cg Před 7 měsíci

    Its a huge beautiful house. I think many people should be doing this, with Everything going sky high this is the logical choice. I live with my daughter & always will now.

  • @hellochgowo
    @hellochgowo Před 7 měsíci +2

    This how it should be with every family...God blesss you

  • @hilda566
    @hilda566 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Beautiful doesn't feel like a basement at all ...have been enjoying your video keep them coming