My ex went to a retirement center and is happier, much. It is a retirement home for special needs, a medical community for people with MIs. And she is happier. That was a win win situation for her and i am glad. Now i am the one with the apt. and dealing with depression. I have found for me it is doing away with isolation and having more interaction with people that makes a difference. I wish you well. You will find that it might be a loss and grieving process at first but you will adjust to a new sense of family... tc and hugs