Some of us boomers would love to downsize – but where to? | Letters

The article discusses the difficulties faced by baby boomers in downsizing their homes, as suggested in a previous article. The letter writer, Dr. Susan Graves, argues that Inman's view is too London-centric and does not reflect the experiences of retirees in other parts of the UK. Graves points out that in her small northern town, retirees have not experienced significant financial gains from rising property prices. Instead, they are actively engaged in various community services, such as litter-picking, gardening, and volunteering for local charities and organizations. The writer also highlights the reluctance of older people to move into housing provided by private developers, as this can leave a financial burden for their children after their death. Graves suggests that Inman should focus his journalistic efforts on this issue rather than "scapegoating" the older generation. Overall, the letter argues that Inman's article takes the experience of a small subset of the population and generalizes it to the entire baby boomer generation, which is an inherently flawed approach.