Solo Living

Two recent pieces – one from McKnight’s Senior Living and another from JD Supra – grabbed attention with the same finding: 76% of older adults are not even considering senior living. Both were reporting on the University of Michigan’s National Poll on Healthy Aging…

In today’s world, more women over 50 are living alone, by choice or by circumstance. Have you been through a divorce? Lost a partner? Watched your children move out and realized you finally have space to focus on yourself? For some of us, living alone is simply a personal…

Women are worriers by nature. We worry about our families, our friends and our future. Those of us who live alone have learned to be independent – but that doesn’t stop us from worrying about the years ahead. As a single small business owner who lives alone…

It’s time we said this out loud: living alone does not mean living lonely. In fact, for many of us, this chapter of life is about rediscovering our voice, reclaiming our space, and building connections on our own terms – no apologies, no explanations…

Are you in your 60s and single? Whether you find yourself solo by choice or by chance, embrace your independence! You’re certainly not alone. There were just over 40 million adults ages 65 and older in 2014, representing 13 percent…

In a previous article, Building an Aging Alone Plan, I pointed out that living alone as we get older doesn’t support optimal health. And, if we’re smart, we’re building a strategy to create support and close ties. Another common theme…

Valentine’s Day isn’t just for couples – it’s a celebration of love in all its forms, including self-love! If you’re a woman over 60 flying solo this Valentine’s, ditch the idea that this day is only for romance and turn it into a fabulous celebration of YOU…

Many of us share common fears as we enter retirement. We fear financial challenges, failing health and feelings of disconnectedness as we grow older. The good news is that there is one strategy which can help us effectively face all three – living with roommates…

Going through life as a single woman over 50 comes with a unique set of opportunities and challenges. Whether you’re newly single or have been flying solo for a while, welcoming this phase can lead to a fulfilling and vibrant life. Here are 10 activities to consider that…

I was tired. I, like so many of us, raised my children as a single mother. Ran a business, started a second business, ran that until both ran me. Many of you will agree that life usually doesn’t get easier as you get older; it gets harder. It’s a different type of harder…