Expat Heartbreaking Situation in the Philippines | Q Adventures

[@Petra-lb7xf]

Surgery will be around $8,900. However at his age major invasive surgery would be a big concern I would think.

[@qadventures]

100% agreed. But leaving it alone is also not an option. We will consult a doctor to decide the next course of action

[@Flufero23]

Folks in their late 70's and 80's have major invasive surgeries all the time. It depends on general health condition.

[@richardgreiner9264]

Praying that life improves for this poor man .

[@tradelit]

Derrick. We just made a small donation to IAN's. Hope he can raise enough funds to get his operation done asap. Thanks for doing this to help each others. God bless everyone.

[@qadventures]

That was more than generous, Riggies. I will tally everything up and acknowledge everyone on video shortly with an update

@@qadventures i just hope u are honest pinoy

[@qadventures]

I am not pinoy. Please watch my other videos that document my work. I hope to win your blessing soon

[@blueybarnes9442]

This man comes from a beautiful place called Swanage, in Dorset County, UK 🇬🇧 It’s very expensive where he comes from and hospital waiting lists are insane ! He’d get free health care but it’s the waiting list !! It’s very sad and I hope he gets sorted !!

[@cecilwampler8733]

I wish him the best. He is blessed to have people waiting on him hand and foot. I think that is part of the reason he is in such a great mood. The filipino people have made life very conveneient for him. Some people suffer alone, regardless of how much money they have.

[@qadventures]

Amen to that

[@waterbug1135]

And I'm sure the Filipino feel blessed to have 40,000 pesos coming in. Poor people tend to help each other out of necessity. It's a cool thing about humans.

[@highbrass3749]

Holy cow. Ending up like this would be a nightmare for me. I’ve been working my whole adult life to make sure this doesn’t ever happen.

[@qadventures]

Most of us do

[@highbrass3749]

@@qadventures I’m not sure about that.

[@brucemattingley3358]

It happens to many

[@JonnieDing-c9y]

Then make sure you don't let your little head make decisions over your big head.

[@JonnieDing-c9y]

Because people forget they get old.

[@woutergijs5246]

Tumbs up for Derek and his wife. I have met them in March. And they are genuine people.

[@qadventures]

Thank you for your support, Wouter

[@andyh5822]

@@woutergijs5246 you didn't pay attention to them too much because they are not married.

[@woutergijs5246]

@@andyh5822well this is one of my weak points: when I meet people I do never ask them to proof their marriage, show marriage contracts, hand me over all the documents and sort of. But thank you for the advice. Because it is a thick red line to trust people depending on their official marriage - total BS-

[@keonesilva3646]

Who givss a fuck 😂​@andyh5822

[@amvet5387]

does he get a social security pension from the UK?

[@GuavaB-j9y]

i feel so sad for the gentleman i hope he could get the help that he needs

[@qadventures]

We are working on it

[@paulk8444]

Sad that he has allowed a Medical situation to incapacitate him to just lying in bed as his quality of life must be terrible and bless the Heart of his Filipino wife Melanie who I'm not sure the UK government will cover her going as they would likely cover him and assess it against his passport. His $500k ($8896 usd) deposit is probably 1/2 of what he needs not counting the prostrate surgery. He definitely should return as life will continue to deteriorate, as he sounds like another Ken as we only hope it isn't too late for him. I only hope the Q crew can help and outreach to those in UK and Ireland embassies and social services in assisting him. Derek & Ai now getting the reputation as Brit expat Savior... And amazed he can live on $711 a month ($40k peso) with no backup plan.. You know I'll chip in just like i did for Ken

[@waterbug1135]

40,000 pesos is a good income for Filipinos. I'm not sure what the point would be of going back to the UK. Yes medical is covered, but he needs to survive there while waiting and he has a wife back in PH to support. Many Filipinos have to make this same choice everyday. Medical or food. Many do not get medical treatments to heal properly.

[@joelb099]

Wow..what a tough situation for a man of 76 to be in..shows u what can happen when u fall thru the cracks..I hope he gets his medical surgery…lastly, his wife could have left him as his pension is not that large..or she could take the pension and just not care for him at all..but she has a good heart it seems..

[@qadventures]

Both his stepdaughters also. Strong family bond

[@waterbug1135]

Fell thru the cracks? What cracks? He seems to have lived his life as he wanted. Why are you even suggesting all the bad things his wife could have done? 40,000 pesos is a good income for Filipinos.

[@jamiecooksey9037]

I am married to a Filipina for 25+ years, and did 30+ years in Saudi Arabia. As much as the Philippines remains tempting for low cost of living in comparison to life in the UK, I would never live there if I did not own a house, have medical insurance and a substantial income. Because things can go wrong very quickly! Not just with you, but with your family and all close relatives as they will look to you for help. I would never give up work and "rent" a shack in the Philippines assuming I'm going to live the life of a king!! Because one serious medical incident will wipe you out. I feel sorry for the guy, but medical assistance in the Philippines weighs heavily on people's mind and wallet and I would strongly advise any foreigner to seriously consider that aspect before "upping sticks". Say what you like about the UK, but he would not be living like that here. NHS would sort the leg free of charge, free medication and he would have a decent roof over his head, likely with additional financial benefits. And he is not the only foreigner in the Philippines that has found themselves in this type of situation. There, but for the grace of God, go I 🙏

[@waterbug1135]

OK, so you wouldn't. Good for you. Yes there are consequences. But the dude has had 20 years of apparently being happy living this way. Today he seems happy, not in pain.

[@BoninBrighton]

If you’ve been out of the UK for some years you don’t have access to the nhs for at least 6 months.

[@jamiecooksey9037]

Entitlement to NHS Hospital Treatment for Non-Resident UK Citizens. UK state pensioners who have lived in the UK for ten continuous years at some point in the past are entitled to ‘treatment the need for which arises during a visit to the UK’ free of charge. Some UK state pensioners living part time in the EEA are fully entitled to free hospital treatment during the period they live here. They must prove they live in the UK for at least six months each year and in another EEA member state for the remainder of the year (& not be registered with a member state). Gov.UK also states if he can prove he has returned to live in the UK he can use the NHS. There is no defined waiting period. He can't afford £6,700 (500,000 pesos) for his operation, so it's unlikely he can afford a plane ticket and place of residence to return to the UK even if he wanted to. But since he apparently has no wish to return to the UK, it's academic anyways. A sad state of affairs, but a life lesson for anyone contemplating such a move.

[@BoninBrighton]

@@jamiecooksey9037 it didn’t arise whilst he was in the UK though…

[@cyrenecariate7713]

​@@jamiecooksey9037 his willing to go back tho but he wants to bring his wife.

[@salahalkhalifa3705]

Iam 75.5yrs old guy based on my experience with old age I advice if u want to age gracefully do some cardic and light strength training on regular basis. When u get older u will reap huge benifts. At this gentleman age ican run 4km and lft80kg by the grace of God. Iam not boosting but i want u all to benift of the humble experience of elderly.

[@qadventures]

What you are saying is great. Thank you for the input

[@waterbug1135]

Yup. I'm 67 and have known people in their 30's who can barely walk and seem very proud of how obese they are. Never understood it.

[@butterfliesarefreetofly6964]

But some people are just unhealthy to no fault of their own. Just because you can do all of those things, doesn’t mean everyone else can. Especially if some have been to war, some dont have the means to eat healthy, some are just genetics of bad bones, health etc. Instead, have a little compassion. Not everyone can exercise even a little. Yes there are people in their 80s & 90s who are very healthy . Then there are some who just weren’t made that way. All we can do is pray for them & hope things turn out better for them. 🌻

[@salahalkhalifa3705]

@@butterfliesarefreetofly6964 I agree with u that many people can not escape been frail due to the factors u mentioned but I also know that many people still are frail in old age due to sarcopenia which loss of muscle mass due to sedentary life style.I only hoped to convey my humble personal experience to encourage those who may beniet . As I mentioned I am not saying this out of non compassion spirit. Finally thank u for ur comment.

[@chocolatecookie8571]

I cannot explain in words how utterly misplaced your comment is. Shameful

[@ralphstewart4025]

Just donated $10 to Ian , didn't see where to indicate him. Cheers, Mr Stewart

[@qadventures]

Confirmed. 100% of it will go to Ian. I will do a follow up video in the next few days, at least to have him go back and get some updated x-rays to see his current condition. Thank you for your participation and generosity

[@CanadaSteve]

@@qadventures FYI, I also seem to have missed where to write a note to indicate "Ian". Sent $25 USD (may have come through in Canadian dollars?) just now - 8:05am Philippines time. Thanks.

[@Editha-i6x]

​@@qadventurescan you give gcash account for IAN?

[@Editha-i6x]

@@ralphstewart4025 how you sent the donation?

[@AG-so4gl]

He has a british passport and an irish (EU) one, essentially 2 different countries. He would be better going to Southern Ireland in this case

[@peterkellegher4419]

I beg your pardon . As an irish person living in Ireland and previously in the UK the uk certainly is not better equipped than Ireland when it comes to hospital care . ​@Arthur-da

[@anthonydowling3356]

@@peterkellegher4419 People in Ireland complain about the health service .Lack of beds and many people ending up on Trolies .I know that the NHS has its problems also .

[@RobertShindoll]

Be grateful guys and girls.

[@kenjohnson9654]

Many divorced, single American men between 50 and 70 go to the Philippines to have a second chance in life. Most succeed but but a sizable number run into problems.

[@qadventures]

My observation is the same

[@waterbug1135]

Many people in the West make a lifetime of poor choices, have little money and move to PH to live in poverty because there are Filipinas who are even poorer and will take care of them. It's a human condition. Seems like this guy has lived the life he wanted. We don't last forever and this is what the end looks like for many people.

[@johnmcmahon8294]

1. Don’t interview a person exposed in that way. 2. Get the embassy to have him relocated for proper treatment. 3. He seems to have incontinence due to a prostate problem. 4. Give specific contact information for assisting them.

[@stackfire9601]

#2 . He doesn't want to GO out of Philippines. He is a victim of his own decisions.

[@qadventures]

1) I acknowledge my mistake and it was Ian who refused to put on clothes due to the climate here and his living space 2) although I have direct contact with the UK embassy from assisting Ken in the past, Ian doesn't want to leave his family behind and opt for treatment here 3) I think you are correct. We have an appointment with the hospital the following Friday to get a full check up, including x-rays

[@qadventures]

1) I acknowledge my mistake and it was Ian who refused to put on clothes due to the climate here and his living space 2) although I have direct contact with the UK embassy from assisting Ken in the past, Ian doesn't want to leave his family behind and opt for treatment here 3) I think you are correct. We have an appointment with the hospital the following Friday to get a full check up, including x-rays

[@Editha-i6x]

I also know that British gov is giving their citizens notice if they need help or medical assistance to any part of the world especially the pensioners. It was a surprised when hubby was about to get his pension, the UK gov was the one who informed Hubby to get in touch with them about his pension. Maybe try to contact UK embassy if he wants to go to UK to arrange the operation. But from our experience, just a simple treatment was very difficult. As a tourist wife of the British, when I want my covid injection, I was sent to different clinic for injection. They do not have enough knowledge about how to treat me. I was denied for Covid injection by several clinics. Not sure if the priority was local, but during that time was pandemic, so even you are refugee or what, everybody should have injection. So what I did, I search the website and found out the answer that no matter what your status was, you are not denied of covid injection. So I made appointment and when I visited the clinic, the receptionist asked my NHS no.which obvious do not have, again wants to refuse me, so what I did, I showed the Gov UK website from my phone stating that nobody is denied access Covid injection, no matter what your status are. When the receptionist saw that, then she let me in to wait for my Covid injection. But of course if other medical problem you have to pay if you are tourist. Even my British Husband cannot easily get simple consultation. With all the waiting and going back and forth, he was pointing to different clinics. Out of frustration, my husband told me that NHS in UK, was no longer the best medical services used to be! So if I am Pond, better get treatment here. My mom had knee replacement at PGH, for about P200k, I think year 2015, some of it shared by Philippine Charity Sweepstakes somebody have to assist you for a fee, the operation was ok, but have to spend a lot of money for follow up check up, transportation, the carers, food, etc. It was long process of recovery. So the patient will really rely from family, so I think the best place for operation is here in the Philippines. That was long time ago. If you are in UK, with that condition, you need family support and of course money. To bring your wife to UK is a difficult option, consider visa, tickets, money. Spouse Visa is not easy. Need to pay visa fee, non refundable if refused, need to pay health insurance for about 12k pounds but it is refundable, bank statement to show you really can afford as a tourist, Just find the reliable hospital and doctor here in the Philippines, that is the best option. Just my opinion from my own experience

[@Mhel2023]

​@@qadventuresimo he is properly covered. You are showing the harsh reality that may happen to us if we don't take care in planning our future. If this video has educated 1 potential expat to tighten their financial/medical game, it has done its job.

[@ianendangan7462]

Contact the British Embassy.

[@Mars2152]

God bless 🙌 those who help one another.

[@qadventures]

Amen

[@garcia4328]

This is a very difficult situation and I hope Ian gets help soon. Thank you, Derek & Ai for your compassion. Can I ask how does his monthly pension of 40,000 PHP compare with his neighbours? From what I read in the internet, the average monthly salaries in a city like Cebu are: Retail (17K), Teacher (28K), Policeman & Nurse (30K), Doctor (40K), Surgeon (50K). Can anyone clarify how accurate these figures are?

[@qadventures]

Our police friends make 60,000 per month. Doctors and surgeons make much more, but still way less than the states. A foreign friend just suffered a bad accident where he had to get his calve surgically reattached. It was a Sunday in a private hospital on a 2 hr procedure, the surgeon's professional fee was 50 000 after a 30% mark up for Sunday service

[@garcia4328]

Thank you for clarifying. I hope your friend heals well, both physically and financially. Keep up the good work that Ai and you are doing. I have forward your link to another 2 dozen of my friends, and hope your subs continue to grow.

[@vinodonnell805]

This is why you keep out of the third world when you age and health problems arise.

[@CaigCook]

Hi Derek I’ve followed you for a long time and I’ve read a lot of the comments in this thread. Some one as asked you for help and you have done all you can with your resources and they just complain. I believe what you have done is great and thank you for trying. My prayers for Ian.

[@Dicky-the-Driver]

Derek, Ian won't have an issue going back to the U.K but he will have problems with the health service. The U.K government closed the door on ex pats returning to get immediate health care and services. However, as a pensioner, there may be a caveat for him in terms of getting treatment. His wife may be allowed a visitors visa for 6 months max after which Ian should either arrange care by social services or other means, but his wife will not be allowed to stay further after UNLESS there are very exceptional circumstances. It is not usually granted. If he intends on returning to the Philippines after, there shouldn't be problems.

[@qadventures]

Yes. We found that out the hard way with Ken. Ian weighed the option, but he won't go unless his wife goes with him and I don't think that will happen. The likelihood is him getting treatment here

[@lindawilson795]

I wish Ian would have returned to the UK right after the injury. ❤

[@ninaanetteassarsson4328]

Great video ! He is in a lot better situation then thousands of foreign ppl. So many are going to Asia and south america with no insurance or a too small one. This man at least have a home, a pension and his family. He is in very good mood and a good sence of humor. Hope he can get his foot fixed so he can go back to the life he wants..play pool with friends ! Thank you Derek and Ai 🥰🥰

[@nomaddave6555]

Hopefully he can find some pants again

[@ninaanetteassarsson4328]

@@nomaddave6555 Nicest without in that kind of heat !

[@amadoparragua6989]

Retiring in the Philippines and in any country where Healthcare, or hospital and seeing doctors is not free, should be Discouraged. Foreigners should discourage their fellow foreigners and by those who have gone through extremely unfortunate experience of being sick and unable to cover for their recovery. It cannot be stressed enough, that even being aware of this fact, and going ahead anyway to retire in the Philippines and same countries, it is solely On the foreigners alone. It is never on the chosen country of retirement. Unless, you have savings of thousands of dollars to set aside for your medical care, then it might be fine to retire in the Philippines. It is heartbreaking to see foreign expatriates who are in the same conditions as this one. It is also good to be aware that giving money to girlfriends or families of wives is something expats SHOULD NOT EVER START FROM THE BEGINNING, or it might be next to impossible to undo it as always. If girlfriends (or wives) don't want you because you seem stingy, there is the red flag and it is on you to disconnect quickly. No one is going to give you a threat if you don't give money. There are many cases of foreigners blaming the culture or the entire country for their bad experience without acknowledging that they started the problem. They themselves decided to help or give money.

[@JohnLee-yp8vj]

A HOME RENTING IF HE PLANNED IN 20 YEARS HAVE HIS OWN HOME THERE WITH HI WIFE HE TO BUST DRINKING PLAYING POOL NOT PLANNING NOW NOW MEDICAL ISSUES BUT IM 76 OMG AGE NOT EXCUSE

[@bravefart1000]

@@nomaddave6555 why did it bother you and out of the whole video about this mans unfortunate position and seeking help THIS is all you had to say . ? I imagine the condition of both of his legs would result on it being a very painful exercise not only putting pants on but also visiting the toilet and also removing the pants at night time when going to bed.

[@T0mThompson]

I have some questions regarding to his situation... a) Is he in pain because of the broken bone? b) He can not walk because of the difference in length? c) Would the operation be covered in the UK by an Insurance? It would be good to have more details because its a big difference if he needs the operation or just a special shoe. After the operation it needs a lot of time until the bones are connected again, the muscles get back to former glory and he learn to walk again. I am happy for him that his wife stand by his side and take care of him.

[@waterbug1135]

He said no pain even back when it happened. He has a wheelchair. I don't think the length difference is the main issue. Shattered femur is the issue. Medical is covered in the US. He'd have to pay for travel and living expenses plus supporting his wife. Soooo not seeing how that works. He's made a lifetime of choices that brought him to this point. The party doesn't last forever.

[@TerryD5000]

lol what u talkin about m8, a shoe? to fix bones that are no longer connected and just floating freely and thus the shorter unfunctional leg lol, a shoe gunna help u walk around on a leg like that? basically the dude needs alot more work than just welding those bones back together with some metal plates, but anyhow lol.

[@AB-C1]

Good man trying to help him out! Can't imagine him being stuck in that position for a year with no treatment! Especially not knowing what caused the break to be that bad in first place! I hope he can get the funds raised so he can get the operation he needs and treatment.. God Bless you for trying to help him. That's the English "stiff upper lip" as they say never complain just get on with it and make the best of the situation. He's obviously a mentally tough man.. ✝️🙏🏻

[@Dreamer20239]

Hope you covered him from waist down. I worked as a nurses aide here in CA I always cover my patient male or female as asign of respect and dignity for them whenever I undress them and explain I will help them clean up.

[@qadventures]

I apologize for being an idiot with no experience in the matter. I should have been more thoughtful

[@Insomniac-c7e]

@@qadventures When you get to be that age I don't think one really cares at that point.

[@hansreynders6853]

For quite a part into the video I didn't even notice his nakedness.

[@cyrenecariate7713]

Thank you for your help derek 🙏🙏😢😢

[@qadventures]

Trying

[@michaelharper-et7kz]

You should have at least covered his lower half, showing his adult diaper is just wrong, we should respect our elders, he can return to the UK and have his operation for free by qualified doctors

[@mamotakedimakhethi]

You're blaming the wrong person!

[@qadventures]

The man doesn't want to as it is hot. I cannot tell the man what to do in his own home. It was his choice and I carried on without putting too much thought into it

[@qadventures]

@mamotakedimakhethi thank you for your defense and the man does as he wish in his own home

[@revelationmd]

If you’ve lived away from the UK you don’t have automatic free use of the NHS unless you can prove you have moved back… well, unless you turn up in a dinghy with no passport - but that’s another story.

[@paulcarter6075]

Grow up!

[@willsmith39]

The last time you featured a Welsh guy in dire conditions a lot of viewers accused you of making the videos in a deliberately shocking way for more clicks and views and ultimately KZbin monetisation. In short they accused you of being exploitative. And I was one of those who vocally defended you back then, gave you the benefit of the doubt, argued that your heart was in the right place. Now I'm honestly not sure it is. Yes I'm sure this is how he presented to you given it's so hot and he's clearly not 100 percent right in the head. You didn't make him like this, you didn't ask him to appear in just an adult diaper. BUT you must know how humiliating this is to put out to the world on KZbin. You must no how upsetting it will be for family or friends to see. You could have forcefully pushed him to put on a t shirt and shorts or at least a towel around his waist. And while you'll claim he didn't want that I worry that you were thinking about views, about how much more clicks you'd get putting him on screen this way. Sorry but I can no longer defend you. This IS wrong. This IS exploitative. KZbin is forever you know that. Would YOU want 10's of thousands maybe 100's of thousands to see you in nappies?

[@bertbaker1384]

But Ian didn't seem demented, was handling his own phone so must know a little bit about social media and also was the one to make first contact, etc.

[@qadventures]

I get where you are coming from and thank you for coming to my defense with Ken. It's inexcusable that my camera angle caused humiliation to Ian. I have consulted with Ian whether he wants me to take the video down and he insisted not. We will address this on camera with our update video

[@qadventures]

Ian is NOT demented. He answered all my questions and with a sense of humor I would not have been capable of in his condition

[@Insomniac-c7e]

When you get to his age and his condition I seriously doubt he cares about how he appears. Also he reached out to him and knew he was coming yet he didn't put on any clothes probably because he is very comfortable that way. You worry about little unimportant things and accuse this good man of exploiting the man for views which is obviously not the case. He is only trying to help someone in a bad situation. Most people wouldn't go that far.

[@willsmith39]

@@Insomniac-c7e No I don't worry about "little unimportant things" I worry about people potentially being exploited for KZbin ad sense money. Which happens a lot although some people like you are apparently to naive to even see it. You probably gush at 'poverty porn'. I don't give a sh#t who reached out to who, nor that he's too far gone to care about appearing on KZbin in depends, that's where a decent person on the other side of the camera is supposed to come in. And your dead wrong to say that dignity doesn't matter "at his age" Dignity doesn't have an age limit, it's actually one of the few things we have left at the end. Or ought to 😞

[@devildoge9623]

Man..... a whole bunch of painfully useless information! Get to the point already!

[@bravefart1000]

you did not have to watch it,just move along to the next video , Derek is attempting to give viewers knowledge of the mans past and what lead him to be in the position that he now finds himself.

[@devildoge9623]

@@bravefart1000 you've done an excellent job of showing the world that you are a douchebag. Keep rolling with it.

[@OnlyKindnessMatterAfterAll1]

Dude.... it's KZbin. No one is forcing you to watch.

[@Billy-Bob70]

He comes from one of the most beautiful places in the UK. It is such an amazing place to visit. Uk state pension is 70, 000 pesos per month. So he hasn’t been paying into it as he should’ve done..

[@qadventures]

Probably

[@CONERLYTN]

It's sad to know that so many foreigners are in the Philippines who are in dire situations and have nowhere to go.

[@aboveitall9600]

There’s some…not many. There’s not a lot of expats in the Philippines…compared to the 118 million Filipinos.

[@qadventures]

Very

[@samual3006]

To many to mention 🤔

[@OnlyKindnessMatterAfterAll1]

Honestly, there are senior citizens in the US who are living in dire circumstances, too. Many are women forced to choose between living in their cars, eat or have Healthcare they badly need. Honestly, I'd rather die than live like this.

[@tutybrown6479]

So very sad story to hear about this tragic life for the gentleman before young happy life than looking for happiness end up broke GBU To The British gentleman and the Q Adventures ❤

[@AB-C1]

Agreed. It's sad to see someone in such dia circumstances! He's got the typical English "stiff upper lip"/Don't complain attitude and to "just get on with it best you can".. But to have a bad break like that & for a year is terrible.. i hope he gets the medical help he needs, given he's 76, that's really sad & dangerous for him.. ✝️🙏🏻

[@oliviadacalano9074]

This is why its so hard to get sick in ph without health insurance and not having a house of your own its just sad . 40k pension a month should be enough to live a simple life . I hope you get the help you needed

[@mamotakedimakhethi]

We all gonna die and leave all those houses, so what's the use????

[@spiron11]

​@@mamotakedimakhethi live in a house while alive? 🤔

[@mar_x686]

Am alone have a house and 35K is enough for my expenses so with 2 people plus her family that 40K is really stiflling.

[@oliviadacalano9074]

@@mamotakedimakhethi may be no use to you have a house but some wishes to have one to call it their own home

[@amarjit-qh5ip]

Derek make a check up of reasonably good medical facities and easy visa for medical treatment in Delhi(India) u make a search of hospitals in the NCR region(national capital region included Gurugram, Noida on outskirt of delhi check one famous orthopedic hospital Gangaram Hospital ,hospitalisation cost should be around 5-6000 dollars for surgery and traction treatment.Some of the hospitals have accomodation arrangements for accompanying caregiver and their food mess.moreover english is spoken and understood there.

[@qadventures]

Great suggestion

[@nelsonluke6007]

God forbid..I'm only 52 but learning from the expat OG's that if ever I need something serious I couldn't afford in America..best believe I'd be going straight to Deli for treatment if my life depended on it.

[@robertriley2863]

Looking at him, it took a long time for him to get in that shape

[@bravefart1000]

i would love to see you at 77 years of age and especially after the last 2 years or so that he has experienced

[@bigbrother4ever]

Wtf. Electrical engineer ends up like that in his old age. Lord help me. Also an Electrical engineer and hope fate will be more generous 😢

[@waterbug1135]

Make better choices than he has to better your odds.

[@bigbrother4ever]

@waterbug1135 I didn't listen to his story but definitely something went wrong somewhere. And unfortunately from what I hear the UK has also lost its former glory, so returning there might be also a hard choice .

[@qadventures]

Well... different life choices and different priorities

[@marianeil6630]

What happened to his savings?? Blew out, he thinks he could get help from the Philippines!! Very small the rent!! At least he has small savings!!! Food is cheap in the Philippines. His age does not eat too much. But the problem he has a lot people living with him, that’s add to his small savings!! Very sad.

[@woutergijs5246]

Seems some viewers cannot stand reality. Never visited someone in a retirement home? Or not even visited their own parents or grandparents….?

[@JohnLee-yp8vj]

NO NEVER SENT MY MUM OR DAD TO ONE

[@Da1nOnlyPigsta]

You have to have a sense of humour when you are down and out. I have had a permanently Broken leg for 40 years now, broken 4 inches from my right Hip joint and it will never heal. I have lived for 11 years in the Philippines, and recently came to Australia for treatment on Chronic Wounds on my Feet from Fire Ant bites. I am preparing to go back to the Philippines, as it has been so frustrating here being unable to access the Medical treatment I was hoping to receive, so much has changed since I left the last tome. I too am isolated and have no one to take care of me if I require special care. My Wife and Daughter are missing me so much, and I am missing them dearly, and I know I will be lovingly cared for back home to the end. Some days you just have to keep smiling and live in hope.

[@qadventures]

These are the concepts that not much people would understand unless we went through it ourselves

[@georgeallen7667]

Gotta be an islamist migrant to get care

[@Da1nOnlyPigsta]

@Arthur-da The wounds turned chronic, and were around 50mm long, 30mmwide and 5mm deep and yellow necrotic flesh. I was seeing an Infectious Disease Dr for 10 months and spent more than $10,000 AUD on Medications and Treatments, they were talking possibly Amputation that was when I decided to reach out to one of my Kids to come back here for treatment. Three months on they are healed. I am preparing to fly back to the Philippines, I have other serious medical conditions also but there is not much they can do here now, so may as well go home to my Wife and Daughter where I have no stress and can live out my remaining days Happy, loved and cared for...

[@JustinDeane222]

I hope he gets the help he needs to be happy for the rest of his life. God will show us the way if we ask Him.

[@qadventures]

Amen

[@kyleesteban467]

This will be a Great follow-up story.

[@qadventures]

Hopefully some positive fillow up next week

[@kyleesteban467]

@@qadventures 💙

[@AB-C1]

​​​@@qadventuresGood man trying to help him out! Can't imagine him being stuck in that position for a year with no treatment! Especially not knowing what caused the break to be that bad in first place! I hope he can get the funds raised so he can get the operation he needs and treatment.. God Bless you for trying to help him. That's the English "stiff upper lip" as they say never complain just get on with it and make the best of the situation. He's obviously a mentally tough man.. ✝️🙏🏻

[@bailles]

Even if the money was raised I think he would be better off going to the uk. I imagine they’ll put him in rehab after surgery or it could be worse. I imagine he would need a medical clearance to fly. I’ve started to believe that foreigners shouldn’t be a burden on resources and always have a plan of care. Exactly why I haven’t moved there yet. I’m willing to help but comments I see are mixed.

[@mistersniffer6838]

How is he a burden? They dont give a f'k about him, havnt you paid attention??

[@bailles]

@@mistersniffer6838 something used for a foreigner is one less resource for a Filipino. Please keep it civil the last few words is unwarranted, thx

[@mistersniffer6838]

@@bailles - What was used for THIS foreigner???

[@JonnieDing-c9y]

His wife probably won't let him leave because that woukd mean she won't have access.to his retirment pension.

[@foeland27]

It seems like they are not sending their best.

[@user-by1ig1ke9g]

Awesome job Derek Thank God for you and the Mrs.

[@qadventures]

Thank you much

[@markeverson5849]

I think it's amazing he has a wife that takes care of him and helps him may she be blessed. and he's got beautiful daughters there also they'r. do they all live together as a family? I'm tempted to try to come they're. In the Philippines find me a wife and live a simple life in the province near the sea where I can fish and swim and help out with some of those in need.

[@qadventures]

Yes, they all live together. That's the norm in Philippines and Asia. Unity

[@markeverson5849]

@@qadventures the way it used to be here in the states

[@JohnLee-yp8vj]

NOT LIVING IN REALITY PHILIPPINES NOT THAT SIMPLE FISH AND SWIM LOL YOU WILL NOT SURVIVE BRO AND TO HELP LOCALS ALL FILIPINOS INDEPENDENT DONT NEED KNIGHTS CHARGING IN THROWING MONEY ABOUT PLEASE LEARN THE CULTURE VERY PROUD PEOPLE

[@markeverson5849]

@@JohnLee-yp8vj to be honest with you I've never been to the Philippines it's only a dream to come and be with my fiance! I already give them a lot even though I'm poor I have helped too many out already they all seem to be needy and they're not afraid to ask for more or to show you that they need! I live on a small Social Security and I'm 68 years old and disabled but like I said I already gave out I don't know how many thousands of dollars in the last 4 years I just sent a lady $200 worth of rice and money to buy a scale and bags she wanted to sell rice and make a money to help pay her rent and she gave it all away for free to those in need during the typhoon! She said. so much in her running a business!!

[@shirleykimber2330]

Hi Derek, although I see myself as a compassionate person, I am appalled that this man who chose to make his home in the Philippines 20 years ago because he hated the UK, now loves the UK because he knows he can get free treatment on the National Health system. Do these retirees realise what they are doing when they retire to a different country?. Cannot understand why they have no insurance and expect other people to pay! Sorry about the rant, but it's happening so much and us tax payers have to foot the bill!!

[@penguinman25]

He has had a much better life leaving the dump they call the uk so I still think he made the right decision.

[@shirleykimber2330]

@@penguinman25 A better life? Are you kidding??

[@qadventures]

He doesn't want to go back to the UK. It was briefly said is an option, but his wife will need to go through a long visa process that is unlikely. He's getting treatment here

[@penguinman25]

@@shirleykimber2330 obviously right now his life ain’t great but when he moved there he would have had a great life at first… end of the day accidents happen he slept and fell and now he’s in an unfortunate situation but he still has a loving beautiful Filipino wife end of the day and would have lived a great life up until now. Rather than if he would have stayed in a miserable country like the uk 👍

[@JohnLee-yp8vj]

ID BE MORE CONCERNED ABOUT THE STATE OF THE IMMIGRATION AND CRIME BY THE MUSLIMS RATHER THAN BEING CONERNED BY A ONCE TAX PAYER USING NHS DOSNT MATTER HOW WELL YOU PLAN AND INSSURANCES YOU HAVE DOSNT MEAN SHIT DONT HAPPEN INSSURANCES SLOW TO PAY SOMETIMES DECLINE REGARDLESS FACTOR IT ALL IN

[@CONERLYTN]

Hello Derek, my wife and I were in the Philippines last week and we saw you and your wife walking through SM Seaside. You both were moving rather quickly and I didn't want to stop you just to say hi.

[@qadventures]

You should have. I tend to walk fast. Habit

[@markeverson5849]

Congratulations and thanks for doing what you do brother😊 even if we can't always help everyone completely because of the extreme cost of certain Medical procedures in situations today it's nice to have someone stand up and try to help thank you very much when we help others we are lending to the Lord the holy scriptures say! I also have helped out quite a few Filipinos even though I'm poor living on less than 900 US dollars a month and I am disabled with a spinal cord injury for the last 30 years but I'm a mountain man and a cowboy I'm not in debt but I'm barely getting by here in the states but I still find room to help certain individuals in the Philippines when I can I have for the last 4 years and yes I've been scammed also and I don't feel good about that because I'm poor I wish they didn't think we were all rich just because we're from the USA😢

[@qadventures]

Yeah, the misconception. I wish you well and please take care of yourself before you do others

[@Traveler-PKK]

Most doctors would not operate on him due to his age and risk.

[@qadventures]

Good point

[@johnmcmahon8294]

Prostate treatment doesn’t have to be surgical. He’s still a good candidate. The leg treatment can vary but will help his mobility

[@KennyInSubic]

He should return home and use the NHS.

[@qadventures]

Although he is not decided, he did indicate it's a big option

[@stackfire9601]

This fella is a victim of his own decisions.... Sorry , I do wish him the best but everything is doable but cannot be achieved because of personal anger with his home country. Good Luck 🤞🍀🤞

[@waterbug1135]

Why sorry? He's lived how he wanted.

[@Welcome-t1u]

I had the same issue as did my friend as this gentleman in your video. In our cases it was due to our prostate. We had a blood test to test for prostate cancer but thankfully we were both cleared. We just have to take one tablet per day for life. The prostate starts growing after you reach 40. Sometimes due to diet it can annoy the prostate. So i avoid caffeine and diary now. Removing the prostate is not that dangerous an operation but they only remove it if its cancer. I know a few guys his age who had their prostate removed and all are fine. Of course his age can go against him.

[@qadventures]

Thank you very much for the input. I am certain Ian has read this comment and put him at ease. He's been feeling uncertain as of late

[@rosemendez931]

It's a must to have insurance when you go to the PH and if you're planning to live for at least couple of months. Medicine and hospitalization not free but if you're a senior citizen in the PH you can get some discount.

[@marianeil6630]

You should enroll in PhilHealth first and pay them yearly.

[@marianeil6630]

Senior citizen card is only for Senior Philippines citizen, to get discount in medication and restaurant, groceries.

[@BelusTraveller]

I don’t understand these expats, Prayers, Good lord, Please manage your risks people

[@JonnieDing-c9y]

Expat men. Women don't do this foolishness.

[@bravefart1000]

Derek is not asking you to understand "some" expats he is only seeking help for this man and others in his situation and we all take wrong turns on the highway called life

[@yanic.1018]

As a permanent resident of the Philippines he could get help from public hospitals.

[@frankkie3849]

It’s a very interesting and difficult story about this man,,however,as an obligation of some semblance of respect to this person, you should at least let him be clothed better, but to get the shock and awe for getting help , fly the dependents,,take care wish him well,,thanks for sharing this story,,😊

[@qadventures]

That was completely my oversight and fault. I will do better

[@bravefart1000]

I imagine the condition of both of his legs would result on it being a very painful exercise not only putting pants on but also visiting the toilet and also removing the pants at night time when going to bed.

[@woutergijs5246]

Some reactions here are dreadful

[@nikkipage9284]

You're also a talented writer too Derek! Poor guy - I donated 25.00 dollars to your Paypal for Ian. There wasn't a place to write his name.

[@qadventures]

Confirmed and thank you, Nikki

[@nikkipage9284]

@@qadventures You're welcome!

[@steve9901]

I don't mean to be cold hearted. It's better to help younger people with hope. Ian has loved a full life. He made a choice to go Phillipines and not keep ties to the UK. Great to all those who want to help, I ain't got money for him

[@qadventures]

I, 100%, appreciate your standpoint and the young generation is my focus. However, no matter what age, human suffering is human suffering. If I could, I would.

[@richardbrown9344]

There isnt much hope for majority of young people tbh.

[@Lifeisforreallad]

I think you do. If you didn’t you wouldn’t have wrote this, you would have just acted.

[@Lifeisforreallad]

You probably haven’t helped anyone young either. You are just a talker.

[@user-nu6zn1br6w]

He is just showing the bad side of not planning for medical care as you get older. So you need to plan accordingly

[@qadventures]

I find that many expats don't

[@JonnieDing-c9y]

exacty

[@kiwimcozzie5431]

Well done again Derek -this is your forte-im following this closely

[@qadventures]

Thank you!!! Kiwimcozzie!!!

[@jonrend]

One tough smart cookie and his wife is comenadable. 20 grand to fix his broken leg? Is he still eligible for NHS treatment in the UK ? Another option might be thailand.

[@glen7849]

He'd ger better hospital care in Thailand but it would cost alot more and just as much to get him and his wife back to the UK. It's not cheap to get the permits to travel back with your foreign wife.

[@josephkumnick7696]

Thanks guys!

[@bantam9]

Hello Derek: thank you for telling us about Ian’s challenges. I hope he will get the help he is looking for and get treated. By the way, it is not your fault that Ian was filmed in his comfortable wear and at his request. If you wish, you can still “blur” his body below the waist by editing your video. Best wishes.

[@qadventures]

In hindsight, I 100% should have. But I messed up bad as these things don't cross my mind

[@woutergijs5246]

@ Derek: I will be at Lapu Lapu in November and staying around there. Near Deca Homes 1. Can you tell me which barangay Ian stays please?

[@RichGPilot]

Derrick, are you saying that neither his wife or daughters could speak coherently about whats going on? Are you good with the facts to allow your subscribers to just send money? You need to do better. You need to clean up YOUR act son.

[@qadventures]

What do you mean? Who better to speak on his situation than himself? His wife and stepdaughters are not native English speakers

[@RichGPilot]

@@qadventures Derrick, he was blown out. Doesn't your wife speak the local language. He wasn't making sense.

[@woutergijs5246]

Derek does not need to do anything. Who are you to command him and call him “ son” ? Have you ever met him ? ( I did btw)

[@woutergijs5246]

Westerners are so ignorant about The Philippines. It is a poor country, simple fact. When you reach out to the local community, you see the dire situation of many people. Diabetes, cancer, high blood pressure, heart disease, … oh no, you do not see them at Ayala Mall. But when you know someone at the Hippodrome next door, you see the sick and elderly living with their family as good as possible.

[@RichGPilot]

​@woutergijs5246 well....actually he does. He has taken a public position representing a need to make donations to someone. It does require do diligence. I believe Derrick is legitimate but he must do better if he is going to succeed. I'm guessing you didn't see his video of that last crazy guy he was trying to help. How did that work out? Any do diligence there before he published the video?

[@billbuckby1701]

I wonder how many expats in this situation

[@qadventures]

Apparently, lots

[@aboveitall9600]

@@qadventuresSome is a better choice of words. It’s not like they are on every street corner.

[@hangemhigh7069]

​@@qadventuresEven in Thailand if you not pay insurance before 65year! If you not from Norway a rich country with good pension and insurance outside Norway.

[@civmartom7705]

A Lot

[@hansreynders6853]

​@@aboveitall9600That remains to be seen. They can't reach the street corner, so you really don't know.

[@Editha-i6x]

I think knee replacement and prostate operation is okey to be done in Philippines. If you go to public hospital, it is more cheaper but of course, it takes time. With the transportation, medicine and food for the carers need money as well.

[@qadventures]

Correct

[@alanhealth8132]

God bless you. May people donate generously. 🙏

[@Chuck_Jordan_Philippines_Exp]

Hi Derek, I donated $25 to Ian. I didn't see an option to enter any notes etc So, just wanted to make sure you know it's for Ian

[@qadventures]

I have been told that. I was misinformed about PayPal. Sorry and thank you

[@gmbeahan]

Plenty of narcissists give money motivated by their God complex, but how did this man blow the bank he made working for years as an electrical engineer overseas? The kindness of strangers causes many people to choose poorly.

[@qadventures]

People have free will. Goodness still exist

[@deadcell1]

You should watch the Dave Ramsey show, you'll be surprise at the amount of professional and skilled people with large salaries that are financially illiterate.

[@benyosep5640]

@@deadcell1this is so true. It’s called lifestyle creep. The more you make, the more you spend.

[@heywoodjablomee6551]

He refused to go back to the UK simply because of the language? He kinda caused his own situation. Guys come here unprepared for the long haul and they get in trouble financially BUT they refuse to leave the women here in the Philippines and go back to their home country to regroup. smh

[@Adornments4U]

Hopefully folks will help $8,800.+ to help him receive his surgery. Blessings your way ~~

[@qadventures]

🙏

[@Editha-i6x]

Pond, you are still lucky, you have Melanie and stepdaughters.

[@imeldamorales2786]

It is better to double check in the uk even he is british citizen and left the country for so lo g he may not be able to use nhs becuase of his absence

[@qadventures]

I don't think that's the direction he is going as a petition for his wife to go along will take way too long

[@Randall-p7z]

He is doing good, you should see me!

[@qadventures]

Who are you and where are you?

[@janonthelam3418]

Hmmm…not sure what you are getting into without more information but, at the very least, those birds need a bigger cage!

[@AB-C1]

He looks to be in a terrible condition with his leg.. tough man to have suffered with that for a year. He has the typical English attitude of Don't complain just get on with it. But in that situation he is in, he clearly needs URGENT medical treatment..

[@mistersniffer6838]

@@AB-C1 - Why? He is not in pain!?

[@bravefart1000]

Great interview Derek and please ignore the negative comments particularly regarding the man being interviewed in an adult diaper , these people obviously are unaware or do not think that there may be a reason for wearing the diaper it could be that the condition of both of his legs would result on it being a very painful exercise not only putting pants on but also visiting the toilet and also removing the pants at night time when going to bed and lets not forget the heat outside underneath that tin roof. I fail to understand why anyone needs to leave any negative comments they should only be positive , we "ALL" veer off the highway called Life and take detours , most end up back on the highway and others get bogged or breakdown of simply run out of fuel and this is where Derek the mechanic comes along and gets you back on the highway. Cheers

[@qadventures]

For a handle like "Smart Azz" you are the most understanding and precise with the reasoning. It's a production for him to get dressed, it was hot, and his home his choice. But I still bear the responsibility of my oversight as a content creator

[@bravefart1000]

@@qadventures the story about the SMART AZZ is that my ex-wife bought me personal car registration plates for my 40th birthday and yes they were SMART AZZ and the nick name has stuck with me for over 25 years now. Thoroughly enjoy your vlogs and not often I feel the need to comment but some of these comments are obviously from people that do so without thought , I am sure that Ian would prefer to be injury free and also to lead a normal life and be dressed appropriately but alas life for some is not full or sweet smelling roses and warm fuzzy feeling in the stomach. I also forgot to praise Ian`s wife and family for supporting him , this cannot be easy for all of them and some would have chosen the easy path and deserted him , so yes respect to them all and I hope Ian can get some help via your channel and I will be following his story. cheers Willie

[@AG-so4gl]

He is referring to the migrant/refugee issues in the UK..

[@qadventures]

With the languages, I caught that

[@mattgoodwin-king2228]

It's way, way worse now than what he would have experienced 20+ years ago

[@roselee4445]

In uk he'd at least get medical . Where would he live. No money. Can't pay 2 homes. Looses pi home. Life sucks eh

[@woutergijs5246]

Ian is in a terrible situation. Luckily he has this ( small) pension. To survive.

[@woutergijs5246]

Bell rang at the last minute… Ian spells in the NATO alphabet. Electrical engineer going to the Gulf states in his forties. Sounds like he has been in the service. Double identity Irish and British.

[@Yashi-j1s]

It's not nice to expose people like that on social media eventhough you are helping them.

[@qadventures]

Sorry you saw it that way. It's totally my fault for my inexperience with camera angle, but it was his choice to be comfortable in his own home

[@woutergijs5246]

Showing an elderly citizen with visual medical issues, surviving on a hospital bed outside the porch is upsetting some people. And than blaming Derek ???

[@YetiOnSnowboard]

He lives voluntarily (!) in a country without having proper health insurance and not enough funds to cover medical costs. Facepalm.

[@daddybob6096]

Well done Derek and Ai. Hope Ian gets the help he needs and soon. Bob. NZ.

[@mar_x686]

To someone I know who is an electrical engineer who worked in the middle east africa and settled now in asia, despite our misunderstanding I wouldn't want you to end like this ..still I wish you a good life not like what happened to this guy.

[@qadventures]

😔

[@anneb3170]

40k pesos a month is not enough to live in the Philippines without medical insurance

[@qadventures]

40k is just end's meet here. Unless you are a local

[@marcrichard7251]

What about a (Go Fund Me?) to help him?

[@qadventures]

Crowd funding is not legal in the Philippines and I don't want to break any laws to start one in USA. If you are savvy and willing, please contact me privately and we can go about it together. I feel Ian needs the help

[@AG-so4gl]

British humor in a tough situation. 😊

[@qadventures]

Yeah, he was charming

[@ade7163]

His left leg looks like it needs attention too. From the colour of it, I hope he doesn't have a dvt. Hope you get sorted Ian.

[@user-sq2no7gr8b]

This is sad and depressing.

[@JonnieDing-c9y]

He caused that.to himself.

[@donbrashsux]

They should have put a towel over his nappy

[@Victoria-ov3ge]

I read online why a fracture caused a leg to be shorter,… And It wouldn’t surprise me if he had more than one fracture causing overlapping and it fused further up,…apparently it can happen in adults, It’s called nonunion.

[@stephenmurch5505]

Also for him to be outside, something is just not right,, I would be careful about sending money,,may not be used as intended

[@Ryan-wi3ry]

He should go to Thailand

[@Comeonsteve]

and then???

[@Ryan-wi3ry]

@@Comeonsteve for health care instead of England. It’s cheaper and their health care system is top notch I’m told.

[@riderretired5258]

Thailand is much cheaper compared to the west. Not so sure compared to the Philippines. But medical care would be top notch. As a comparison. I am 77 and live in the Philippines. I do have a fair amount of issues medically. Right now, my shoulder joints are falling apart. I had surgery on the right one in the US. The actual bill was a total of $86,000. But I have medicare and a supplement that covered the unpaid balance. Now the left one gave out and also requires major surgery. I was in the US during June/July. I could not even get an appt with the surgeon that did my right until mid Sept. So left without the surgery. I went to Thailand for a 2nd opinion from what I got here in the Philippines. Also an estimate. The “all in” total cost is estimated at $13,100, My other insurance will cover 75% and I will foot the balance. But you see the difference between $86k on previous surgery v/s and 13.1k in Thailand. So I think it might be a good option for him to keep open to. Just my 2 cents.

[@bobkelley8291]

Q, next time do your interview a favor and have people put pants on. Otherwise you do a pretty good job.

[@qadventures]

I made the request, but due to the man's injury and the heat factor, I cannot impose on a man in his house. I accept fault in my camera angle as I have zero experience and will do better going forward. I wish for your understanding

[@Insomniac-c7e]

@@qadventures The fact that you even went there to help makes you a hero. His bad situation far outweighs any concerns for modesty.

[@JohnLee-yp8vj]

@@Insomniac-c7e TO EXPLOIT

[@bravefart1000]

why did it bother you and out of the whole video about this mans unfortunate position and seeking help THIS is all you had to say . ? I imagine the condition of both of his legs would result on it being a very painful exercise not only putting pants on but also visiting the toilet and also removing the pants at night time when going to bed.

[@wanderlustasia]

Good work reaching out to get him some attention. If he's got two passports he could get two pensions also. Hope he gets the treatment and back to The Outsiders for some pool.

[@normanlee31]

No! You need to have worked in Ireland and contributed into the system for a minimum number of years! I am in exactly the same situation. Have an Irish and UK passport but only entitled to a UK pension as I never worked in Ireland!

[@aboveitall9600]

@@normanlee31This is the case for SSI benefits in the USA…I believe it’s 12 years.

[@normanlee31]

@@aboveitall9600 yes UK+ Ireland 10 full years!

[@byroncollier4253]

i wish him the best, it sounds like the prostate im no doctor though

[@qadventures]

Good guess, it's his prostate

[@user-we9cd8xh5j]

SOMETHING WRONG ABOUT THIS GUY. PROBABLY DID NOT PLAN AHEAD ENOUGH. ANYWAY YOU MAKE YOUR BED. THE WAY HE ANSWERS QUESTIONS IS KIND OF STRANGE LIKE HE EXPECTS Q TO KNOW THE ANSWERS TO HIS QUESTIONS. LOOKS LIKE A NIGHTMARE, I THINK I WOULD JUST TAKE A LONG SWIM OR SOMETHING, COULD NEVER LIVE LIKE THAT.

[@qadventures]

His sense of humor. I like the guy

[@qadventures]

You're funny Michael

[@bravefart1000]

you need to go for a long swim

[@bravefart1000]

@@qadventures loved his sense of humor better than wallowing in self pity

[@salahalkhalifa3705]

He is not very old and his medical problem is treatable. He looks wasted due to being bed ridden for a year. Hope he will find reasonable medical intervention.

[@johnJones-bk2db]

I broke my femur he couldn’t even walk period if his femur was broke of course maybe he can or can’t ,just sitting there with such a injury could kill you with pain

[@qadventures]

He can't, hence the wheelchair and being bedridden