There is already a shortage of places in social care institutions, and queues are growing. These and other issues affecting Latgale seniors and their families are discussed in the LSM Latgale editorial series "Latgale files. In line for old age".

The younger generation interviewed in Latgale said that they dream of spending their old age in their own homes, traveling, and feeling like they don't have to worry about tomorrow.

However, data shows that living in Latgale is unl...