A boomer couldn't retire on $1,428 a month in Social Security, so she moved to France for cheaper rent and a vibrant social life: 'Everything about living here is just better'

Source: Business Insider

Celestine Cooley, 74, moved to Bordeaux, France, to retire after living and working in Los Angeles for almost 50 years. Courtesy of Celestine CooleyCelestine Cooley moved to Bordeaux, France, after retiring as an executive assistant in Hollywood. The 74-year-old said she couldn't afford to retire in LA on her meager Social Security checks.