Solo Seniors: How to Create a Strong and Reliable Support System

In this session, Joan Garbow, Aging Life Care Director, will explore how individuals aging without a built-in support system can remain independent, protected, and in control through proactive planning. The presentation reframes aging support as something that can be intentionally designed, rather than assumed, long before a crisis occurs.  

Attendees learn why solo aging requires unique considerations across health, finances, and decision-making. We will also discuss how small, early steps can significantly reduce risk over time. With real-world insights and practical guidance, this session empowers individuals to build reliable support systems that evolve as their needs change. 

In this session, you will gain insights into: 

• How aging without a default advocate increases risk, but planning can preserve independence and choice.
• Why support works best when it’s built around roles (medical, financial, emotional, crisis), not reliance on one person.
• Why community connections and professional relationships are critical pillars of a strong, resilient aging plan. 

This webinar is ideal for solo seniors who are planning for aging without immediate family or built-in support. It is also designed for adult children or caregivers looking to understand and support a loved one aging independently. 

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