Might this be allowed?

I am 71 with atrial fibrillation, so in an at risk group - albeit not a serious risk. My mental health is up and down - some days I grab life with both hands and get on with lots of things; others I am a weeping heap, which is probably par for the course after such a recent bereavement.

My DD's family are obeying all the rules; Son-IL does go out to supermarket when supplies are needed. I am not out at all (except to walk in isolated scenario) as I have been having supplies delivered. I guess the physical risk to me would be marginally greater there as one individual is going out to shop, but all the rules are being followed.

I am in two minds about this.

I think I'd stay put if a member of your daughter's family is going out to work. Even if that's not the case they are probably going to the supermarket. Would you be happier with your daughter? Even if it's for another three or four months? Might you not prefer your own chair, your own bed, your own home? Would you all get along together for that length of time? At least your daughter is nearby should you need her, it's not as if you are totally alone in the neighbourhood. Sorry, I expect that's not very helpful. Good luck with whatever you decide.

I would go Luckygirl but think as GrannySommerset has suggested that you should self isolate for the first 7 days just to be on the safe side.

You'll just be becoming part of that family unit. Provided you all stick to the rules when outside I'm sure it's for the best for you.

It's 'allowed' in that you won't get arrested but it is against all advice.

How old are you Lucky and are you in tip-top health? And presumably your daughter has young children?

Unless my mental health were seriously at risk I'd be inclined to stay put.

Definitely go, lucky!

Oh Lucky, just do it. If it’s what you all want then, please, just do it. So sorry for your loss. If there is room and it was me I would there in a heartbeat. And yes, I am following rules to the letter.

I would definitely go and live with my daughter........it's a no brainer to me.

I can’t see how joining your DD and family is adding to the risk of spreading CV though I suppose you would need to self isolate for 7 days when you moved in. Is the family keeping itself to itself or is anyone working? That might increase the risk to you, but in your circumstances I would go.

There are times when rules are not the most important thing. I think this case of your possibly joining your family is one of those times because of your bereavement.