[Antoninus]

Not really. They could room with each other, like the Golden Girls.

And Lord knows how often life immitates Hollyweird.

[A Ruckus of Dogs]

I see nothing wrong with old (or young) folks who are alone and have no family sharing the same house as roommates. Not only will they have company, they'll be able to share expenses. It's sure better than having to get 200 cats for company.