Most bank robberies steal because they’re after the code hard cash. But for James Verone, the motivation was healthcare. According to WHP-tv, Verone, 59, took $1 from a bank because he wanted to go to prison as a way to access healthcare. Verone is from Gason County, North Carolina and thought that prison would be a welcomed change because it meant a solid roof and medical care.

Verone told authorities he has a growth on his chest and two ruptured disks. The medical issues need attention, but he’s out of work and has no insurance. WHP-tv says Verone walked into a Gastonia, North Carolina bank with a note saying, “This is a bank robbery. Please only give me one dollar.” Then he calmly waited to be arrested.

According to WCNC-tv in Charlotte, Verone is hoping to stay behind bars for three years. The TV station reported, “He is hoping for a three-year sentence. He would then be able to collect Social Security when he got out and said he would head for the beach. ‘I’ve already looked at a condominium. I’ve spoken to a realtor on Myrtle Beach,’ Verone said.” Authorities say they’ll charge him with larceny– not bank robbery. Which could foil Verone’s prison plan.