In the UK, we see hundreds of senior citizens being put into nursing homes, which are homes that constitute of a community of other old people and have nurses to look after them. This often occurs as the older individual's family may not have the time nor the facilities to adequately care for them. However, these nursing homes require similar facilities and resources to care for these older individuals that often cost a lot of money. Which is why sometimes governments have to pay for this care. Yet, there exists a debate on whether it is the government or the family's duty to pay for these nursing homes. Personally, I believe that the cost should be incurred by the family considering that they have a personal obligation to look after and ensure the efficient care of their older family member.