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Navigating Solo Network: The path to dynamic solo aging starts here!

Navigating Solo Network:
The path to dynamic solo aging starts here!™

Navigating Solo News, Volume 3 Issue 10, December 2024

 

Who is a Solo Ager?
An adult 55+ who, because of choice or circumstance,
is without the reliable support of adult children or close family members.

 

Dear Subscriber First Name,

Welcome to the December issue of Navigating Solo News, the Navigating Solo™ Network’s monthly newsletter!

Wow, what an incredible year it has been! The visibility of solo aging and its unique challenges has reached new heights in 2024. From being featured in high-profile outlets like The New York Times, The Washington Post, KFF Health News, Fox News Digital, and Care.com, to hosting the inaugural SAVvy Day 2024 in May, our mission of supporting and empowering solo agers has resonated widely.

Since launching in October 2021, NavigatingSolo.com has grown exponentially, doubling our mailing list this year alone. In addition to expanding our resource offerings, we introduced The Navigating Solo™ Podcast, which has been met with enthusiasm from our growing community.

As you explore the website, you’ll find a wealth of resources and tools designed to help solo agers craft dynamic plans for aging well. This year has also been a testament to the power of storytelling and connection as we’ve shared inspiring solo ager profiles and connected solos across the nation.

I remain deeply committed to amplifying the voices of solo aging advocates, sharing individual stories, and offering solutions for the many aspects of planning and thriving as a solo ager. Take a look around the site and see how the path to dynamic solo aging starts here!™

Thank you for being part of this incredible journey—please share this newsletter and our website with others who may benefit. Here’s to continuing to grow together!

Ailene Gerhardt, MA, BCPA, CSA
Independent Board Certified Patient Advocate
Certified Senior Advisor
Solo Aging Educator and Advocate
Founder,
Navigating Solo™ Network
Founder,
Beacon Patient Solutions LLC
Host, The Navigating Solo™ Podcast

 

I will be out of the office from
December 20, 2024 - January 5, 2025!

 
  • Solo Aging in the News

  • Upcoming Events: Online Get Together, SAVvy Day, Online 5 part series, and more!

 

SOLO AGING IN THE NEWS

 

Articles:

  • KFF Health News' Navigating Aging columnist Judith Graham’s Solo Aging Series

  • Resources Are Expanding for Older Adults on Their Own: We are grateful the Navigating Solo™ Network was included in this article The Washington Post and KFF Health News, and pick up by MSN, Health News Florida, The San Diego Union Tribune, The Tucson Sentinel, Reasons to Be Cheerful,  News-Medical.Net, Tampa's NPR, Good Men Project, Alliance for Retired Americans

Recorded Discussions: (click to watch each recording)

  • Solo Aging Panel Discussion, Navigating Solo™ Fall Gathering, November 2024

  • Positive Aging Community, Solo Aging All-Stars Roundtable Discussion, December 3, 2024

  • KFF Health News and The John A. Hartford Foundation’s "Going It Alone," featuring KFF Health News' Navigating Aging columnist, Judith Graham

New Book:

  • The Childfree Guide to Life and Money: Make Your Finances Simple So Your Life Without Kids Can Be Amazing by Dr. Jay Zigmont, Certified Financial Planner, Childfree Wealth.

    • Listen/watch our Navigating Solo™ Podcast episode with Dr. Jay here!

 

UPCOMING EVENTS:

On Thursday, January 16, the Milton COA and Milton Public Library will launch a five-part online series about the Unique Needs of Solo Agers.

Online workshops will meet for five sessions from January 16 through February 27, 2025 (1/16, 1/30, 2/6, 2/20 and 2/27) on Zoom hosted by the Milton Public Library.

REGISTER HERE!

 

FREE Navigating Solo™ Online Spring Gathering, Thursday, March 6, 2025

 Register Here! 
 

Join the Positive Aging Community on Wednesday, February 26 for an engaging and informative live & interactive session with three Solo Aging Thought-Leaders to share their knowledge and best practices. 

  • Ailene Gerhardt, Healthcare Advocate, Certified Senior Advisor, Founder of Navigating Solo™ Network 

  • Sara Zeff Geber, Author of Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers 

  • Nancy Ruffner, Solo Ager and Patient Advocate

Register here

 

SAVE THE DATE: SAVvy Day:
Solo Aging Visibility Day 2025, May 14, 2025

 Learn More! 
 
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Navigating Solo Network: The path to dynamic solo aging starts here!™, an initiative of Beacon Patient Solutions LLC, is a national network and online clearinghouse featuring events, news, and resources specifically for Solo Agers!

 
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