No One Visits Elderly Woman in Nursing Home Until Family Learns She’s Inherited $2.3M

Lola Simpson sat quietly in her wheelchair, gazing out at the modest garden from her room at Big Hearts Nursing Home. Another year had slipped by, and still, her life remained unchanged. Her daughter, Natalie, and her son-in-law, Roger, hadn’t called or come by, leaving her waiting once again.

Six years earlier, when Lola turned 80, her health had started to decline. Daily tasks became a struggle, and she needed assistance for the simplest things. Once lively and full of cheer, Lola found herself battling the unavoidable effects of old age.

When Natalie realized she would have to care for her mother, she made the decision to send Lola to a nursing home, where she and her husband, Roger, took over Lola’s home. Back then, Natalie had promised Lola she would visit often, but with each passing year, Lola’s hope dwindled, as neither Roger nor Natalie ever showed up.

One particular day, Lola felt especially downhearted. She clutched a small family photo album she had brought along to the nursing home, flipping through pictures of happier times with her daughter. Tears welled up, and her sadness was impossible to hide.

A young nurse named Mary noticed Lola’s distress and felt a wave of compassion for the older woman.

"Mrs. Simpson," she said, moving closer to offer comfort. "Can I help you? Are you okay?"

Lola kept waiting for Natalie and Roger's visit, but that never happened. Source: Unsplash

Lola shook her head and wiped her tears, trying to gather herself. "What do I tell you, darling? This year, my daughter didn't visit me again. I've been waiting for her visit for six years now. Every year, my heart wonders if I'm wasting my time waiting for her. Will she even show up?"

Mary took a deep breath, determined to lift Lola’s spirits somehow. She knew Lola’s story from her colleagues—the woman’s daughter and son-in-law had abandoned her, never once visiting. Mary felt a strong urge to do something to bring some joy back to Lola’s day.

Putting on a warm smile, Mary encouraged her, saying, "You see, Mrs. Simpson, they say that patience always bears fruit. I am sure your life will change one day, and you'll have so much love around you. Plus, crying doesn't suit a pretty lady like you. Come on, I want to see a smile on that gorgeous face!"

Mary saw Lola crying and decided to talk to her. Source: Pexels

Lola blushed a bit, smiling softly. "Oh, you really have a way with words, darling. I'm sorry for bothering you with all of my troubles. But you know what? I feel a little better. Thank you for listening to me...."

"Don't worry, Mrs. Simpson. I'm around if you ever need someone to listen to your worries. In exchange, I might just ask you for some beauty tips on how you have such beautiful skin!" she joked, making Lola chuckle lightly.

"I don't think an old soul like me can take any more of that flattery. I was wondering if...." Soon, Lola was chatting freely with Mary, momentarily forgetting her sadness.

That evening, Mary couldn’t get Lola’s lonely face out of her mind. The sadness in her eyes weighed on her heart, and she had an idea, though it was a bold one. To bring it to life, she would first need to speak with her husband.

"Josh," she started, gently approaching the topic over dinner. "I know we have a lot on our plates with a small home and three children to look after, but there's a woman at the nursing home where I work, and she's really lonely. I was wondering if we could take her in."

Josh set his fork down, thinking over her words. "We can't, darling," he replied. "We're already straining to make ends meet. That would put us under too much stress."

Mary discussed her idea with Josh over dinner. Source: Pexels

You can’t plant seeds of bitterness and expect to harvest love.

"But, honey, her family kicked her out. She has no one to care for her. Of course, the nurses are there, but she longs for a family. I'm not putting any pressure on you, but—"

"What did you say? She was kicked out?"

Mary nodded thoughtfully. "And her son-in-law and daughter never visited her after. She hopes they will come to see her someday. She's been waiting for 6 years...I doubt they'll come."

Josh felt a pang of regret after saying no to Mary. He thought of his own mother, whom he’d rarely visited in her final days because of his job. The thought of another person spending their last days in loneliness touched his heart, and he changed his mind.

"Alright," he said with a sigh. "I guess we'll somehow manage...."

With the paperwork complete, Lola moved into Mary and Josh’s home, where she soon felt a new sense of belonging. She became part of their family, beloved by Mary’s children who called her grandma, while Mary and Josh treated her with kindness and respect.

Mary explained to Josh how Lola felt lonely and missed her family. Source: Pexels

Over the months, Lola settled in, finding joy she hadn’t felt in years. She finally had a family around her again, and Mary was overjoyed to see her happy.

One morning, Lola received a letter. She immediately recognized the handwriting. "You look really happy, Mrs. Simpson. What is the letter about?" Mary asked, noticing Lola’s tender smile as she traced the edge of the envelope.

"Oh, it's from someone special, darling. Just a minute…."

Lola’s tears began to flow as she opened the letter. The message informed her that she had inherited $2.3 million from her older stepbrother, Morgan, who had reached out through Lola’s lawyer.

Morgan, who had been unwell for some time, felt it was his duty to fulfill his promise to their mother to always look after Lola. Now, facing his own end, he decided to leave his wealth to her, as he had no family of his own.

News of Lola’s sudden fortune reached Natalie and Roger through Lola’s lawyer. Realizing she was now wealthy, they hurried to the nursing home to bring her back, only to find she had left several months earlier.

The letter was sent by someone who loved Lola. Source: Pexels

"But where did she go?" Natalie asked the receptionist, a bit thrown off.

With a steady hand, the receptionist slid an address across the counter, saying, "She's somewhere she deserves to be. I'm giving you this address so that you learn that your mother doesn't need you to be happy!"

When Natalie and Roger arrived at Mary’s house, they pretended to be caring relatives, but Lola saw through the act and firmly shut the door. "I'm sorry, but I don't know you," she told them. "My daughter and son-in-law don't let strangers in, so please leave...."

Natalie's greed for money made her reap what she deserved. Source: Pexels

In the end, Natalie and Roger received their just desserts, and Lola found true happiness. She gained an irreplaceable family with Mary and Josh. In gratitude, Lola chose to leave her inheritance to Mary’s family after her passing. She also pursued a legal claim on her former home, eventually winning the case.

Today, Lola no longer thinks about Natalie and Roger’s whereabouts. When Morgan passed, Mary and Josh took care of the funeral. Lola’s health is stable, and she’s finally content with the family she’s found in Mary, Josh, and their children.

This story was crafted from real reader experiences and written by a professional writer.

Any resemblance to actual names or locations is coincidental, and all images are for illustrative purposes.