Presentation Summary
This interactive presentation is based on Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers. A Solo Ager is anyone, single or partnered, who does not have children or is aging alone for any reason.
The presentation will focus on:
- Identifying what matters to you most
- Finding resources in lieu of family to provide what you need as you age
- Considering how and where you wish to live
- Navigating your post-retirement life
About the Presenters
Sara Zeff Geber, Ph.D., CRC
Author of Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers: A Retirement and Aging Roadmap for Single and Childless Adults (Mango Press, 2018)
Dr. Sara Zeff Geber, 2018 recipient of the “Influencers in Aging” designation by PBS’ Next Avenue, is an author, certified retirement coach, and professional speaker on retirement and aging. She has developed a niche specialty working with “Solo Agers,” people who have no children or who are aging alone.
Paula Wolfson, LCSW
Manager, Avenidas Care Partners
Paula Wolfson is an elder care social worker with over 30 years on the front lines of patient care advocacy. Paula facilitates multiple caregiver support groups, conducts elder care consults, and is active on the Palo Alto Age Friendly Committee.
About the Series
The Aging Wisely Town Hall series explores aging transitions and resources with renowned experts. Aging isn’t always easy. Maybe you are having issues with medical care, insurance, nutrition, or finding resources in the community. Maybe you are caring for a loved one and you are not sure what to do. You are not alone. Avenidas is here to help by bringing in experts to address your questions and concerns.