Solo Living

Recently, I wrote an article about being single and feeling fabulous about it. The response was enormous and the comments were enlightening! Read More

Helen was standing near the front of the line at the United gate. She was blonde, attractive, and perfectly put together. My guess? Mid- to late-60s. Helen was on her way to Europe…

After nearly 40 years in the entertainment industry, Sharon Stone, 60, has still got it – style, sophistication, and sex appeal. Read More

I know from talking with all of you that many women in the community are living alone. Some of us have experienced a separation or lost our partner. Others have been single for some time. But, regardless of the reasons, growing older alone seems to be more common than ever before. So, today, I want to talk about the good and bad sides of living by yourself after 60. In today’s video, I’ll also share some of my own experiences as a single older woman. By the way, check out our “What’s new in your world?” article and let me know what you think of this format. Join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More

There are many reasons that women like us might be looking for a roommate. Some of us are recently single and are looking for social interaction. Others would like to make a little extra money by renting out a room in their house. Still others like the sense of community and security that comes from living with another person. If you think that you might want to have a roommate at some point in the future, you’ll love today’s show. In it, I will share 5 tips for finding a roommate after 60. Come join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me!   Read More

Are you single over 60? I am. If I’m honest, there are times when I love being without a man in my life. Without commitments, I am free to travel and world and explore my passions. Read More

To “disrupt aging alone” has been top of mind since I turned 60. This month, I turn 65, so it’s growing even more relevant. Happy birthday to me! Read More

My husband and I just watched, “My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2.” Don’t listen to the less than flattering reviews – we were both rolling on the floor laughing. There is something about watching a big, loud, messy and interconnected family that triggers a primal wistfulness or a sweet nostalgia. Sadly, this type of tumultuous inter-generational living is nearly extinct these days – and we are paying a bigger price than we think…

Most of us worry who will care for us, how to pay for living and medical expenses, how to manage chronic illnesses and how to remain connected and avoid isolation. In a recent post, I promised to ask Dr. Maria Carney, the elder orphans research lead, issues that bother readers most about aging alone…

Many people fall into the elder orphan segment. In fact, research suggests that close to one-quarter of Americans 65 and older could end up with no family to care for them. This makes sense when you consider the fact that one-third of people between the ages of 45 to 63 are single. Read More