On December 4, 2024, an Interagency Statement on Elder Financial Exploitation (EFE) issued by several U.S. financial regulatory agencies was released to highlight the need for protecting financial exploitation of older people. This statement provides guidance to supervised financial institutions on identifying, preventing, and responding to elder financial exploitation. The goal of this statement is [...]
If you’re anticipating spending the holidays on your own, these tips may help you discover how to not feel lonely. The holidays are often seen as a season of love, joy, and togetherness. But this isn’t the case for everyone, especially Solo Agers. When you find yourself alone and emotionally or physically distanced from family [...]
Are you a Solo Ager? By 2040, it's expected that 78 million Baby Boomers in America will be over the age of 65, according to the National Council on Aging. With this shift, you might be hearing some new terms like Elder Orphans and Solo Agers more often in conversations or in the media. So, [...]
Solo Agers are adults over 55 who are living without the support of a spouse, partner, or children. Some may be parents, but due to circumstances, they are estranged from a child or children. Unique from those who are not aging alone, Solo Agers have many concerns they must navigate alone. As we age, living [...]
As a Solo Ager, you may already appreciate the freedom and independence that comes with living life on your terms. But living alone, especially without children or a partner, can sometimes feel isolating. For many Solo Agers, pets become a vital part of their lives, offering not just companionship, but emotional and physical benefits. Companionship [...]
As Solo Agers—those of us over 55 who are living alone without a spouse, partner, or children—thinking about end-of-life decisions can be daunting. Without close family to lean on, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the prospect of planning your funeral or making sure your final wishes are carried out. However, pre-planning these important details [...]
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