For many solo agers, this question is the biggest hurdle to planning. When you are navigating planning for the future on your own, every decision carries extra weight.
This interactive tool is designed to be your "deep breath" in the planning process. It isn't a checklist. It is a way to filter out the noise and focus on one manageable step at a time.
How to find your starting point:
Select an area that feels most important to you today.
Review the suggested next step (and the "why" behind it).
Decide how to track it: Act now, download a calendar reminder, or note it in your planner.
Reflect: Download the optional Note-Taking PDF to capture any thoughts
or emotions that surface.
Take it at your own pace. There is no deadline here.
You don't need to have it all figured out. You just need the next right step.
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Where Do I Start? Solo Steps for Future Me
A Navigating Solo™ Interactive Planning Tool
This is not a checklist. It’s a low-pressure way to answer “Where do I start?”
Choose What Topic Matters Most Right Now
What matters most to you right now?
Choose one area that feels important today. A suggested step will appear.
Act on it, note it, or reflect. Then choose again for another idea.
Join a Global Community of Solo Agers.
Whether you're planning from across the states or across the globe, download the Companion Note-Taking Tool to record your ideas and reflections.
Download the Companion Note-Taking Tool (opens new tab)Steps you explored today:
Refreshing the page will clear this list.
Next steps: Take action now, download a calendar reminder (.ics), or note it in your planner.
Well done for today!!
Remember: You don’t need to do everything. Just take a step that feels right for you today. Planning isn’t only about finishing tasks. It includes thinking, preparing, and learning.
Planning Categories Legend:
- Healthcare Management: Medications, appointments, and health tracking
- Advance Care Planning: Preferences, emergency contacts, and future decisions
- Residential Decisions: Home safety, living space, and housing considerations
- Financial Matters: Budgeting, expenses, and financial planning
- Legal Concerns: Documents, legal organization, or records
- Living a Dynamic Life: Maintaining independence, hobbies, and well-being
- Building An Age Diverse Support System: Connecting across generations
Next steps:
After using this interactive tool, consider purchasing the Navigating Solo™ Planning Workbook to capture all your steps, insights, and priorities in one comprehensive guide.