I have always wondered what life as an orphan was like.
Yes, it would be very sad for a child to have to be placed in an orphanage b/c his parents are unable to take care of him, whether it is b/c of death or other reasons
Yes, it would be a very sad situation indeed! I would hope that the children are all well taken care of and given the life skills the would need in the future.
Obviously biological parents or grandparents are legally responsible for supporting children but if they are unable or there is no one else ophanages are able to take care of their housing, care, and education