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Is your child saying he/she doesn't want to become your 24/7 caregiver? I can't entirely blame them. That's a lot to take on. Or are they saying they won't even help you work out what care you need and how to get it? That's cold, but it's better to know that now, while you can still make other plans.
Do you have a good friend or two who would help you make plans? What you really need is an elder law lawyer. Also consult with your local Area Council on Aging to learn what you should be thinking about.
Please keep posting about this, because you aren't the only one who is facing old age with no one to care for them.
In light of your circumstances, you should decide how you want to age. Whether you want to age in your home or not. Given your daughter's feelings, you should start planning now. But definitely get an attorney, if you have a substantial estate, make sure that estate will provide first for you.
I understand how you feel, I don't have children and if I did would not want to be dependent on them for my care. I would rather make my own decisions in advance if at all possible and circumstances allow.
BTW. If you are able, take a cruise, do some things you have always wanted to do. Good luck.
Options for you? Sell your home and look into assisted living places.