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Real RetirementEpisode 17: How to Navigate Solo Aging with Dr. Sara Zeff GeberIn this episode of The Real Retirement Show, hosts Yasmin and Kathleen talk with Dr. Sara Zeff Geber, a leading expert on solo aging. Sara shares her journey highlighting the unique challenges faced by solo agers - individuals aging without family support. The discussion explores critical aspects such as choosing living arrangements, including the pros and cons of aging in place versus senior living communities. Sara emphasizes the importance of planning for financial, legal, and social needs, and introduces the concept of home sharing as a viable option for social interaction and care. She also stresses the need for...2025-04-0935 min
Childfree Wealth®Living the Golden Life: Solo Aging Strategies with Dr. Sara Zeff Geber, Ep 130Aging solo doesn’t have to mean going it alone! In this insightful episode, Dr. Jay sits down with Dr. Sara Zeff Geber, author of Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers, to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities for individuals without adult children.From the financial realities of solo aging (think $400,000 to $1 million over a lifetime), to the importance of choosing a trusted person for medical decisions - this episode is packed with practical advice. Dr. Geber shares creative solutions like PACE programs, community living options, and even "Golden Girls"–style arrangements to help you plan for a se...2025-03-2638 min
The Legacy of Love: Estate Planning Simplified for Mothers Creating A Legacy That Reflects Their Values and VisionRedefining Legacy: The Unique Journey of Solo Agers with Dr. Sara Zeff GeberIn this episode, Sara sits down with Dr. Sara Zeff Geber, a renowned speaker and author on retirement and aging, who coined the term "solo aging." Together, they explore the unique challenges faced by individuals who anticipate aging without traditional family support. Dr. Geber sheds light on the importance of selecting the right proxies and considering alternative living arrangements, all while underscoring the idea that legacy is about much more than what you leave behind for your children. Solo agers, too, have a profound legacy to offer, whether through community connections, mentorship, or contributions to the world around them...2024-12-0939 min
The Navigating Solo™ PodcastEssential Insights on Solo Aging with Sara Zeff GeberIn this insightful episode of The Navigating Solo™ Podcast, host Ailene Gerhardt welcomes Sara Zeff Geber, the nation's leading expert on solo aging. Sara, an accomplished author, professional speaker, and certified retirement coach, shares her journey into the field of solo aging, inspired by a poignant conversation with a friend about future caregiving responsibilities. This led her to explore the unique challenges faced by individuals aging without traditional family support and to coin the now widely accepted term "solo ager."
Sara discusses the evolution of the term "solo ager," emphasizing its broader definition today, which includes not on...2024-08-0736 min
Prime Life82- Embracing Solo Aging To Build A Fulfilling Life on Your Own Terms With Sara Zeff Geber, PhD Building community and having a support system can be crucial for solo agers to help combat isolation and loneliness. Author and CEO of Life Encore, Dr. Sarah Zeff Geber tackles the realities of aging without family, offering solutions for financial, legal, and social challenges, while exploring alternative living options and the power of community. Website2024-05-2831 min
Aging MattersSolo Aging w/ Sara Zeff Geber, PhD, Author, Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers 3/26/24Conversation w/ Sara Zeff Geber, PhD, Author, Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers, and Founder, LifeEncore, about issues, challenges, and circumstances facing solo agers, and options to consider to ensure well-being and quality of a later life.2024-03-2658 minChildfree Wealth®Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers (Book Club)The Childfree Wealth Podcast, hosted by Bri Conn and Dr. Jay Zigmont, CFP®, is a financial and lifestyle podcast that explores the unique perspectives and concerns of childfree individuals and couples. Join as they discuss Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers by Sara Zeff Geber, PhD.While Bri thinks the title is a bit misleading, and discusses the emphasis placed on couples. She challenges the notion that those in dual-income households will eventually be solo agers, noting the resource disparities between DINKS and true soloists. Dr. Jay gets caught in the introvert-extrovert battl...2023-11-2929 minChildfree Wealth®The Psychology of Money (Book Club)The Childfree Wealth Podcast, hosted by Bri Conn and Dr. Jay Zigmont, CFP®, is a financial and lifestyle podcast that explores the unique perspectives and concerns of childfree individuals and couples. In this episode, Bri & Dr. Jay discuss key takeaways from The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel.One of the primary takeaways is the hidden indicator of true wealth is freedom and flexibility. Managing your finances isn’t just about the numbers; it’s about what you can do with your money that truly matters. You’ll be reminded that while you won’t always be r...2023-10-2528 min
ProAging PodcastEssential Planning for Solo Agers with Sara Zeff Geber, PhDA live & interactive discussion with Sara Zeff Geber, PhD The Nation’s Foremost Authority on Solo Aging and author of Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers, LIVE SMART AFTER 50!, and Not Your Mother’s Retirement
Dr. Geber is a recipient of the “2018 Influencers in Aging” designation by PBS’ Next Avenue. She believes Solo Agers have unique needs in later life that warrant greater foresight and a more robust approach to planning.2023-03-1550 min
Women Over 70: Aging Reimagined204 Sara Zeff Geber: Solo Agers Planning for Their FutureSara Zeff Geber, PhD, considers the years beyond 65 as the ‘bonus years.’ As a nationally recognized leader in planning for aging and retirement, in 2013 Sara began pursuing solo aging with a passion. The baby boomers--some 15 million--who do not have children and/or are single, Sara says, “are living without a safety net and a script for their future.” Sara offers guidance and hope in her 2018 book, Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers: A retirement and aging roadmap for single and childless adults.” She addresses key topics such as preparing for the future, enjoying life, investigating where to live, and planning f...2022-12-0737 min
Positive Talk Radio269 | Sara Zeff Geber - PhD-Author • Speaker • Workshop LeaderThe Nation’s Foremost Authority on Solo Aging…
Dr. Sara Zeff Geber, PhD has developed a niche specialty as an expert in “Solo Aging.” She is an author, certified retirement coach, and professional speaker on retirement and aging.
Through her books, public speaking and coaching, she guides people who have no children or who are aging alone to have a safe, fulfilling life in their retirement years.
Dr. Geber is a recipient of the “2018 Influencers in Aging” designation by PBS’ Next Avenue. She believes Solo Agers have unique needs in later life that warrant greate...2022-09-2348 min
The Journey Is Real"Real People, Real Passions, Real Hearts."Sara Zeff Geber, PhD – Meeting The Challenges Of Solo AgingWith her speaking and writing, Sara Zeff Geber has been raising awareness about Solo Aging for the past 10 years. She believes Solo Agers have unique needs in later life that warrant greater foresight and a more robust approach to planning. She is a recipient of the “Influencers in Aging” designation by PBS’ Next Avenue. She is an author, retirement transition coach, and professional speaker on retirement and aging. to learn more about her, go to: https://sarazeffgeber.com2021-11-1521 min
#1 WGSN-DB Going Solo Network Elite GuestsCalling all Going Solo Agers - Sara Zeff Geber, PhDCalling all Going Solo Agers - Elite Guest, Sara Zeff Geber, PhD, Certified Retirement Coach, and Professional Speaker, Author of Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers: A Retirement and Aging Roadmap for Single and Childless Adults from Santa Rosa, CA with Host, Cece Shatz on WGSN-DB Going Solo Author's Corner/Meet The Author. WGSN-DB Going Solo Network, Radio, TV & Podcasts - #1 Internet Singles Talk Network (www.goingsolomedia.com)A bit about Sara...Dr. Sara Zeff Geber, recent recipient of the “2018 Influencers in Aging” designation by PBS’ Next Avenue, is an author, certified retirement coach, and professional speake...2021-07-1737 min
Seniors Junction PodcastEpisode 12 - Senior isolation and solo agingSara Zeff Geber, PhD is thought leader, professional speaker and author on Solo Aging. Twenty percent of baby boomers don't have children, in addition to that the growing number of people aging alone for other reasons and we have a critical mass of SOLO AGERS! More info - https://sarazeffgeber.com/Get the latest podcast updates by subscribing to our newsletter on https://seniorsjunction.com Credits: Hosts: Namrata Bagaria, Paul Merkley Intro & Outro Music: Aaron Shandilya Video Production: Aaryaman Chandgothia Image: Namrata Bagaria & Vivek Agarwal2021-06-2124 min
The Best of Times Radio HourEssential Retirement Planning for Solo AgersRadio show host, Gary Calligas will have Sara Zeff Geber, PhD on his Saturday, August 22nd “The Best of Times Radio Hour” at 9:05 AM on News Radio 710 KEEL to discuss retirement planning suggestions for solo agers. You can also listen to this radio talk show streaming LIVE on the internet at www.710KEEL.com. and streaming LIVE on 101.7 FM or via the RadioPUP or KEEL app on apple and android devices. For more information, please visit these websites at www.thebestoftimesnews.com and www.hebertstandc.com. This radio show is proudly presented by AARP Louisiana and Hebert’s Town and Countr...2020-08-2200 min
Suburban FolkEp 036 - Retirement Planning and Solo AgersOur Guest is Sara Zeff Geber, PhD, owner of Life Encore. Sara specializes in retirement coaching - helping her clients plan for how they want to spend their retirement. We discuss the need to have a community and avoid isolation, finding your interests and passions for retirement, and understanding what kind of living situation or care setting is right for the retiree. We also talk about the distinctions between these considerations and the financial aspects that go into retiring. For more insight, pickup up Sara's book Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers.To contact Sara visitLi...2020-05-1150 min
Boomers TodayIs Solo Aging Today's "Golden Girls?"With about 20 percent of the boomer population not having children, who is going to take care of this aging population? Dr. Sara Zeff Geber, PhD, focuses on the notion of “solo aging” and the caregiving options that are available to those who have chosen to remain childless.2014-06-2027 min