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Podcast: ComForConnections: Aging and Home Care Podcast
Episode: Solo Aging with Purpose - Supporting Older Adults Without Family Nearby
Description: What does it mean to age alone, and how can professionals and caregivers provide meaningful support? In this episode, Tiffany Robinson is joined by Steve Gurney, founder of the Positive Aging Sourcebook, to explore solo aging, empathy in caregiving, and building strong support networks for older adults without family nearby.
What you’ll learn in this episode
Why advance care planning is especially critical for solo agers, and when to start the conversation.
The importance of empathy when supporting older adults without children or partners.
Practical strategies to help solo agers build a personal village of support.
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