20 years ago, when my parents were 70 - I asked them to move close to me so I could take care of them as they aged. They had an enormous 2 story house that would someday be impractical, and would not be able to drive forever. They laughed at my suggestion. I spent the next 20 years trying to engage them in a discussion about the future - and they continued to put it off. Now they are 90, in poor health, can't drive, can't get up and down stairs, and need help with even the most basic tasks. They live almost 2,000 miles away from me, their only child - and I am not leaving my job, house, and husband to go and take care of them. Every day they call and complain about how hard life is - and every day I am angry with them for putting us all in an impossible situation. Thanks for letting me vent. Please people - plan for your old age. This is a very important video.

Great content!! I'm a paramedic so I have a few suggestions to make my job easier. There is something called "file of life" or " life file". You complete the form. Which hospital, allergies, brief medical history, list of medications. Your demographics, etc. This paperwork goes in a plastic envelope with a magnet and is kept on your frig. It's amazing how many close relatives do not know this info abt their loved ones. Or a neighbor finds a person down or sick and calls 911 but cant give any of this important information. We paramedics carry life saving medications and can administer them prior to arriving at the hospital. Throw rugs and extention cords would be things I would advise removing as they become trip hazards. Be well.

I dislike cooking for one, so I started a small group at my church with five or six other ladies with a one- or two-person household. We get together every couple of months to pick recipes, and in between those meetings we get together and prepare either the meals or assemble the ingredients for the meals. We prepare twelve servings of each recipe, two servings per freezer bag. Then each of us gets one bag of each person's recipe to take home. And we laugh and be silly and share a snack and a beverage when we're done. A few hours' prep and six or seven meals ready to go, plus fellowship - it's a win all around. I'm almost 64, been a widow for over 10 years, and have no children. Sometimes I get lonely, but my life is peaceful and I'd much rather be alone than be with someone who didn't honor who I was created to be.

i used to be a nurse and just took care of my elderly mother so that she could die at home. My observation, the vast majority of people cannot expect to be cared for by their children. A lot of children only care about their parent's money or see them as a burden. I've seen this more times than i can count. People with children may not be any more secure in old age compared to their childless counterparts.

My husband died 2 years ago. My 9 children helped me move from a big house to a 2 bedroom 2 bath condo! My HOA takes care of lawn care and snow removal! I am 78 and in good health. I do worry about the years ahead. Three of my children live near me but all of my children are involved in my life. I am doing well financially, for which I am very grateful. ❤

I'm planning ahead. My husband and I care for his 101 year old mother. He's 72, I'm 64 - 73 and 65 this year. He has no children, I have two by a previous marriage, who live in South Africa. My husband and I are essentially on our own for our own eldercare. Given our age difference and that women tend to outlive men, the likelihood is that I would be there to take care of him and there would be nobody to take care of me. I've started a petition for a green card for my daughter, who's fighting major hardships in South Africa. One of my sisters, who lives in England, is facing being silver and solo - never married, no children. Our longterm plan is for the three of us to live together.

Same here, 65 y/old male. I have an Estate Plan and Trust for End of Life, but what if I'm immobilized with Parkinson's? A stroke? MS or ALS? Well, my attorney specializes in Elder Law and we will be reorganizing the Trust for possible long term care. I can't cover all scenarios, but there are some common situations that can be comprehended. I bought a book called, "Who Will Take Care of Me When I'm Old?" by Joy Loverde. She is the leading guru for Elders aging all alone. Here in the USA, there are plenty of horror stories describing the descent into homelessness and Medicaid, including being required to lose all assets to receive medical care. It's another US nightmare the politicians won't fix.

My mom passed from vascular dementia last October. She and my father resisted and refused to change their living circumstances in spite of her decline while the house became unclean and disorderly. Everyone thinks they are going to die peacefully in bed, but that is not reality. The only way I was going to be able to get my mother help would be to have my father legally declared incompetent. I wasn't going to take that step. So it was a matter of monitoring and being ready. Of course she became malnourished and went to the ER after a fall. I pulled the ER doctor aside and told him that dad is not and cannot take care or her any longer at home. The doctor agreed and admitted her while other arrangements were made. Part of me is glad that she lived exactly how she wanted to live until she couldn't, but another part of me is terribly sad that that I wasn't able to help her any more than I did. Such is life. Miss you so much Mama, but I am glad you are at peace. ❤

This is all fine for folks who have "income", caring family/friends etc... Many of us don't have any resource or anyone.

I am in my seventies and have multiple myeloma. I am slowly clearing out my home firstly of extra clothes that are not really required, next various ornaments that make dusting much quicker, so as to streamline cleaning, etc. Make everything simple. Rely on the providence of our Eternal Father to whom we are travelling closer to each day. Praise the Lord.

Great advice! I was happy to learn that I've hit all the buttons. One thing that I took advantage of when I was younger was a Long Term Care insurance policy. They are pretty pricey these days but I know that I can afford a "facility" if it becomes necessary. Or, it pays for in home care. Also, as an elder orphan (I love that phrase), there is nobody for me to leave my assets to, nor is there anyone to wrap up my affairs. I am leaving all my personal belongings to the animal shelter's thrift store and my attorney will sell my house and distribute the proceeds to various charities and causes. I also recommend that, if you have animal companions, that you make arrangements for their care in your will or trust. Do not let them become a shelter animal. They will be grieving your loss, plus be suffering the indignity of shelter life. If you have arranged with a friend to take Bitsy or Spot after you pass, also leave an appropriate stipend for their care. And as far as "who will care for me?", I leave that to the Universe. I've done the best I can to arrange my affairs and I am trying to pay it forward by helping others while I can. I have to trust that the Universe will somehow provide care for me when needed. Have faith!

As someone who was the primary caregiver for an elder parent for half a decade I can say with confidence that a lot of people are not able to do what I did and shouldn’t even try. It requires physical strength, intellectual stamina, emotional resilience, and quick intelligence to keep up effectively and safely with the rigors of being a caregiver. Lifting, listening, loving, and learning are all vital to deal with medical issues, financial situations, legal matters, and so on. I never judge if adult children decline to participate because they might end up being worse than useless. That being said, we need much better laws and agencies to enable us to age in place if we wish where our outcomes will likely be better and many of us will probably be happier. Advocate now because none of us is getting any younger. Respectfully submitted.

Yes neighbors do rock. We have a home builder living near us. He called a whole crew to erect a detached garage that my husband planned to build by himself. They did not charge us anything.

Have a cell phone with you at ALL times for emergency. My back went out while in bed and my phone was in the kitchen. took 2 1/2 hours to crawl to phone in extreme pain. Also keep in pocket when outside in case fall down

This lady is way better off than me. I am completely alone. I’m one major medical problem away from big issues.

Creating a Golden Girls lifestyle is an option also. It would be nice to build a team of friends that reciprocate in caring for each other. You could take each other to outpatient surgeries, etc. Household duties could be shared, etc. Of course, men could do this as well.

I'm 75 and have no contact with my daughter. Sunday morning at 7am, my bestie fell and called me for help. I got her up and called her daughter. The daughter showed up with her daughter and grandson to take her to hospital and off we all went. It was so nice to see the family step up to help and they have gotten my friend home care and a therapist to come and help set up her apartment more efficiently. I wonder how I will cope when I need help since I can't ask my own daughter for help. I am a bit down right now thinking about this as I have had some health issues myself. I am enjoying your videos because they make me think and are helping me start planning. Thanks so much for your time and effort on this subject.

I am 77 and moved to a house in a small community in northern Ohio, a retired nurse educator/supervisor. I have no family but worked until 75. I had 2 dogs and they died. All services in my town I can walk to. I continue to travel internationally and am financially good. I planned early in my 50s for all this. You cover all the topics I thought about, living will etc. Well done! Only problem I have is making myself garden - and about knees - I injured one and had to get it replaced. Worth it! But at the time painful. But worth it! Take care. .

I just bought a fold-able grocery cart on Amazon to keep in back of car. When come home with groceries will put them all in cart so make only one trip instead of 5 up my long walkway and into house!!

I don't drive, which wasn't a problem when I lived in Seattle, (which used to have a great bus system) but when I moved back to CA to care for my dad, I wondered how I was going to get around. Amazingly, his town had a free bus service for seniors. They'd send a bus to pick you up, take you anywhere in town, and bring you home again. Every Friday, one of the buses went to the nearest city. The driver asked where the riders wanted to go, and was always able to accommodate all requests. My father left me enough money to live practically anywhere in the US, EXCEPT California, and I decided to move to New England. I bought a house in another small town. I am blessed with good health, so I assumed I'd be able to walk or take a cab anywhere I liked. But this town has no cabs. No Uber, No LIFT. We are out in the Boonies. But there's a special bus, just for seniors, that takes us to medical appointments anytime and shopping every Friday. Like the first one, this service is completely free.They only visit one grocery store a week; we don't get a choice, but I'm OK with that. I did not plan ahead about transportation - it was just dumb luck that I ended up in such wonderful towns, It could have been a big problem, though. If you're thinking of relocating, I strongly recommend researching community services before you move.

My Alexa called for help when she heard you talking about that feature! My daughter got an email and called me, nice to know it works!

So nice to have found you! I am silver and recently solo (husband passed in October ) and orphaned with siblings but no children. These are things that have been crossing my mind a lot lately. I will continue to watch and start getting my life in order. Thank you. 🙏🏽

Life is a game of diminishing returns that eventually diminishes to a point of no return. One outlook is to eat the fruit of Life, but not be afraid to discard the rind. Those last years of being near-invalid are not really worth it. I would rather look for a suicide pill than be a burden, even if there were someone willing to give care. I would rather see remaining life savings put to some good use, than be wasted on an overpriced nursing home and pointless existence. I know that when the time comes, people might still try to hang on, no matter what, but hoping anyway to keep this resolve.

I'm new to your channel and enjoying it. Regarding meals, I've created a very easy plan for husband and myself. I'm disabled and have limited standing / walking time so I reduced my every day tasks by making short cuts. Husband has Parkinson's and no longer maintains the home like he used to. More responsibilities are now mine and the list is growing. A huge savings of steps and time for me is with meal preparation. I'm diabetic so must eat low carb and requires from scratch cooking. I crock pot a beef roast and whole chicken each week. The broth created become soup or stew meals. We get on the average 3 dinner meals beef, 3 dinner meals chicken. I use the 34 oz glass meal prep containers to divide it up. I keep 2 days worth in refrigerator and remaining I freeze. Each container holds 2 servings. The containers are oven, microwave, freezer safe. This also saves us a lot of money as well. I use a lot of bell pepper and onions so I buy them frozen. We still have a garden.

I'm 29, probably an odd woman in my community who wants to live alone. like i dont feel the urge to share my life with another person or have a partner. i have predefined goals. I'm stubborn, hardworking while also caring (everyone calls me a hsp which I am) and commmitted to community service. I live with my single aged mother about 55+. We have our share of hardships, two women in the family. She and our far relatives worries about my future but I dont see my life going any other way but my way. I'm figuring out my path in life and getting a glipmse at the long road ahead. I dont know how your video ended up in my feed. I feel it's a blessing. Thanks for sharing your tips and tricks and anecdotes from your life❤🎉 Really appreciate that. Instantly subscribed❤

When I bought my house in the country, I made sure that I planned ahead: house with no stairs and level yard, a local hospital, medical /dental care, pharmacy, some type of Walmart type general store, a grocery store, and some type of transportation- in my area it is taxi services. There is also a bus system that will take me to nearby towns for a few dollars.

I’m the same age as you (58) and this has been on my mind a lot. No kids, no spouse; I have 3 siblings but they are all older than me. Great video for people with similar situation

Single parented 3 boys who have estranged themselves from me. There was no money for retirement investments and there will not be any family help. I expect to die in poverty and alone yet I worked hard and sacrificed everything to raise my sons. I try to make sense of it all but life is not fair so do not expect anything from anyone.

I'm a male, approaching 50, an only child, and thinking about how I'll get by when I'm older. My health is not good despite doing my best to recover it. I love being alone, but I need a close friend or two, even if I rarely see them. I thrive in meaningful, intimate friendships, and don't do well with friendships that devolve to meaningless drivel. I had to cull some unhealthy friendships over the years and got dumped by my last friend of over 10 years. Now I have only a couple casual acquaintances. I'm scared about my future and how I'll get by in the future, even if I only need a little help, here and there.

Why do people believe that as one gets older they no longer have the right to make their own choices? Our parents likely did not think all of our choices were the best either. Our daughter wants us to move to a large city to be near her. It is about a 90 minute drive. The city has a lot of crime, homeless living on the streets and poorly run city government. Terrible taxes too. Very congested. We live in a beautiful rural community - farm land - wonderful quiet, views, can have our pets, a quiet road. I am husband’s caregiver, 10 years younger. He absolutely does not want to live in the city. She has been nagging us already for several years. I also helped my parents who lived about 90 minutes in the other direction - eventually Mom died and Dad needed more help but he eventually moved closer. He worked his whole life to take care of us - why should he not have choices later in life? I also helped In-laws as they aged - all gone now. My point is that we need to honor our parents. I am on the waiting list for a retirement community not too far from us in a smaller city. That will be an option. Also have things in place, like friends moving to the farm and living on-site in a separate residence. No caregivers but there for support if needed. They are younger by quite a bit. Can do mowing etc. As long as the parents are competent to make their own decisions - they have that right. If they become a danger to self or others - a person could get conservatorship. How much time do we/they have left? Quality of life matters too! I have groceries delivered when needed.

Consider having pre-need funeral plans in place and a document in a readily accessible spot in your home that provide emergency personnel with the information. Pre-planning could be as simple as cremation and no service, up to planning every detail of a funeral.

As a retired nurse who worked with older adults in the community my advice is to move to a bugalow when you are younger. Prep it ,for later life ie wider doors than usual, wet shower 2nd bedroom with ensuit. It can still look stylish. I have visited so many older people who have established gardens that they love but have to move house becsuse of stairs.

Church families are also a godsend to have.

I am 64 live alone and think about this all the time. My parents are in their 80's and I keep a close eye on them but there will be nobody for me. I had to have a small surgery last month and they make you bring someone. My mom came with me but what about a few years from now? Who will I bring when I am alone? It rather freaks me out. I have started a serious downsizing. The less I have the better. It is a scary thought to know you will be super alone.

One cannot assume that you will have energy or be able to stand and/or walk forever. Having a grocery within walking distance or having bus service doesn't mean you will be able to walk there or go up any steps you might encounter unassisted.

I'm married with adult kids, and appreciated this video a lot. It's not only single people who should take care of their own needs wisely. Just found your channel and am on my third "catch up" video. ❤

Here is why I always suggest: when your children are young and helpless treat them how you want them to treat you when you are old and helpless. Even then there are no guarantees. No one plans to be ill or injured. Becoming ill and finding out who you can depend on is very enlightening.

We are a child free couple. Both parents on each side passed over 20 - 45 years ago. We are estranged (blessedly) from our respective siblings. We designed our home for eventual ground floor living & are there now. We saved sufficient funds to hire care givers when the need becomes apparent. I truly think everyone needs to plan for their OLD AGE. We completed our first will a decade ago & recently updated it. There are so many options for delivery of take out or groceries these days; even our COA offers meals on wheels. I do not have a personal physician as I do NOT want to ever go through chemotherapy again. Hoping my partner survives me but so far so good.

My retirement home is in a nice suburb, walking distance to grocery stores and major bus route. There’s an urgent care and a big hospital nearby. Lots of restaurants, drug stores,and all major grocery chains on the Main Street. Freeway is also close. I use grocery delivery. I cook from scratch. Uber and Lyft I can get 24/7. I am waiting for AI robot caregiver and AI controlled car to be the thing in near future.

I’m a retired financial planner and I think your advice is spot on. I retired at age 58, 5 years ago, and took a financial hit that was well worth the benefits I’ve experienced so far.

Hi Jeanne , I found your channel recently and I love your videos, I’m 66 and trying to plan and organize my life the most effective way for the next 15 years, your videos are so helpful. Regards from Portugal ❤

Good evening, Fellow Canuck. My situation is a little different than yours. As a widower, I am able to cope as a solo senior. I believe I have most of my bases covered. I'm more of a 'lone wolf'. I rely on very few people. I have a lawyer sister and a doctor. My house is centrally located and paid off and I still drive at 70 yo. Finances are near perfect especially when I convert my RRSP to a RRIF . I don't bother my neighbors and they don't bother me. Great subject. Very timely.

Really great to see your channel growing. It's your pragmatic calm style. If you weren't an introvert I would demand that you become my friend ! 😃 x

If you have 1200 sq ft and three bedrooms, lack of freezer space is no reason not to provide yourself with single serving scratch meals. I was 54 when I semi-retired to a rural spot near a village. One of the ways I continued to save was keeping my food costs low. I'm 72 and a bit less ambitious with cooking big batches of suppers now, but my only bread is my sourdough, I get my minimum daily winter veggies in a lunchtime mug of creamy root veg soup. I make 15-20 servings at a time. Maybe I'm lucky not to regard eating as a highlight of my day. It's sustenance.

Hi Jen. Thank you. Your channel is amazing and you provide great information without extra annoying fluff. Sounds like you are living the Senior Shangrilah existence. I retired 5 years ago. My husband did not want to downsize. He wanted a bigger, newer home. After he passed away I have too much space, too many stairs, and too much junk. I know I need to downsize, but I live with an adult son with autism who is vehemently opposed to moving. I have lots of things to work through...

As a 47 yr old w no kids and a spouse that is 64... this is something I've been thinking a lot about. Thanks!

I just stumbled upon you channel. First, thank you! I am just starting my journey as an aging orphan. My husband is much older than me at 83 with health issues. I had to retire early to be his caregiver and our finances are not great. Years of caring for my mom before she passed. All of my family moved to Baltimore for work and housing opportunities last year. So, your channel was exactly what I needed as I begin to prepare for being on my own. I am aware I most likely will live way beyond my hubby of 50 yrs. Joining the growing female widower who's finances are halved upon widowhood. Thank you, I hope we can share our journey. Best - E

I’m almost 80, and living alone. Things were great, then I had a stroke and heart attack and spent a month in a Seattle hospital. Lucy my best friend is in his mid 60s and he has a very under standing girl friend. I live in a condo town house single level. I feel like I’m alone in the country, but have neighbors on each side. I don’t know them well yet, but will this summer. I can’t walk alone or drive. My friend takes me to Dr,s and therapy appointments. I can do laundry, but fold them up and put in piles on a cedar chest at the end of my bed. My cooking is limited but I get by. Do a little cleaning a little at a time. The gardening is done by the HO’S. I do have a daughter, but she lives almost as far away as possible. Her in Florida and me on the Olympic Peninsula in WA state. I’m trying to do exercise every day.

I am retired, orphaned and solo. Having experienced the same as you, regarding food, I decided it was worth it for me to invest in a miniature freezer, which stands about four feet tall. It was just delivered recently, and I need help unboxing it, but I’m looking forward to having all that additional freezer space. 🙂

I live in a 55+ senior park. I remodeled the interior with my 80 something mother in mind; no upper cabinet in kitchen, pull out trays in lower cabinets, extremely low threshold walk in shower with curtain (easier for wheelchair), bars in shower and by toilet, high toilet, small night lights everywhere, pull up bar by her bed, remote ceiling fan etc etc. what I did for her, I benefit my old age, too. I will be an orphan when she goes. I can’t count on my siblings nor my only nephew (he’s a video game playing hermit living with his parents).

Hi Jenn! Spot on girlfriend! I was caretaker for my mom for over 18 years. My goal when that ended was to move into a small house where everything was easy for settling into older age. 400 sq feet only 2 steps to enter house but easily could put in a ramp. When I had 2 knee replacement surgeries the last two years my house functioned as I had planned. You are so right to have a plan, community connections, and to keep mobile.i do have 2 children, but only one lives near by. But have some lovely friends whose kids feel like mine💕. It is wise to plan ahead!! I plan to age in place. This year I’m planting more perennials in my garden to cut back a bit on the work of my large garden. Enjoy your content

Hello, from a young 62 year old, silver and solo in Australia. Just stumbled across your channel in my feed recently. New subscriber 😊

With an inheritance from the sale of my father's farm I was able to purchase a house in a small town that was all on 1 floor, Had A wheelchair accessible Deck and ramp into the house, and Handicapped accessible shower. No I was not handicapped in anyway at the point I bought this house at 59. However in the 6 years since I've been here it has become More important that I have those options. In a person's later years Those decisions Make a huge difference In the quality of your life

It was nice to compare notes about planning for later🙂. Thank you! I am 71, retired and living in a medium sized town in Eastern Ont. I chose it specifically for aging. I can walk to hospital, pharmacy, groceries, dollar store and I live on one level. I do have stairs to get to my garage though! I figure stairs once every couple of days are OK! I would only have to find transport to my Doctor and to get cash. I don’t have a separate freezer either, but I freeze main meals and add fresh veg when I am heating it in the microwave. Friends are the MOST important item in old age, introvert or not. I will look into Alexa, thanks!

A very wise planning! And now it's clear that you're not living alone! The fact that you don't share your household with someone - this is not "alone". You've arranged a whole community around you, by choosing your place of living and by the activities you take part in, and your life is full of people. That's great! (But most people don't live in such conditions...)

Third video I've seen of yours - you're an INSPIRATION - as someone in the "creative field" in my 30s, the idea of just learning to edit simple videos has had me frozen for what feels like a few years now. I just want to be able to add that skill to my resume. Here YOU ARE learning everything so quickly, AND MONETIZING IT. You should be ridiculously proud of yourself. I don't even know you, havent consumed more than 20 minutes of your content, and I'm already rooting so hard for you!

This is so depressing to me, as I will be in the same boat. It's weighing on me a lot lately and I'm not even 50 yet. Thank you for sharing.

Wow!!!! Your channel is blowing up!!!! I subscribed when you were like 3k just a week ago! Congratulations!!!!🍾🎉🎊

At the age of 56, I do NOT plan to completely retire. I am geared so much like my dad that he retired at 64 and right at a year after he had to do contract work in order not to go out of his mind or drive mom and I both crazy. Collecting retirement is one thing, not having something to wake up and do during the day is another. Daily golf isn't an option for this guy. Great content as I'm an only child that's an introvert.

Never married no kids. Have never wanted either coming from a very violent background growing up. So this is very useful advise for me. I agree with some of the comments about having children is in no way a form of insurance that parents will be looked after when they get older.

I took care of my grandpa, in his 80s. I took also care or my mom who passed first, in her 50'. Thank you for planning!

Great information. As a single 68-year-old I have put most of what you speak of in place already. It gives me peace of mind.

The hardest part is when you cant care for yourself and you have to pay for an in home caregiver, or a board and care or whatever. In the U.S/California this can run 7,000.00/month. Not many of us can afford that even with planning.

Great video. I'm 71 and having a hard time paying off 2 credit cards on a fixed income. Interest rates are so high...I was going to say 'killing me' but decided that was a BAD choice of words. LOL. Also, may I suggest for your list, to have someone willing to care for your pet should your pet/pets out live you. (this may be on your list further down.) TY for all the wonderful videos.

I worry about this topic every day of my life because I am over 50, single hard-working career woman with an intellectually disabled daughter who is high functioning but will probably never be able to live by herself. And the support and services in Florida are absolutely horrible and I feel stuck. On top of that, I do not like 99% of my family and respect myself enough to stay away from them all since they are toxic so where can I go to find that community where we can help each other in the later years. Who will take care of her when I am gone? I continue to pray for God to show me. PS: I admire your wisdom and capacity for planning the years ahead and sharing that with us because life and work is taking us so fast that it is very scary we do not take a step back to think about these things and plan for them, and then be at the mercy of whatever and whom ever. The absolute hardest for me has been when I have been in the hospital and have had no one to care for me and my daughter and by the grace of God some people from the church I was attending came to help. But even in churches, it is hard to form such relationship and commitment to really help each other when we need it. Sorry for the long comment.

Thank you for covering this! I'm 67, single female, introverted full-time RVer and dog-mom of 2 puppers. Have downloaded the Cdn "Age in Place" document - it is gold! Planning ahead so important. Did my will, POA, etc, a few years ago, updating it recently. Thinking about how to live latter quarter of my life.

Even with children, I don't want my children burdened with my care. Not sure what the answer is.

Oh my, I could just go on and on about this. It is a very important subject.

Very refreshing video! I’m 65, retired and living alone for 10+ years.

Great information I think everyone should think no matter what age should constantly Declutter regularly. Whether you are moving are staying. 😊

We bought a condo in a large metro area 3 years ago--primarily for my husband's health care. Well, he passed in 2021and I'm staying here for now. Support network??? It'll have to be someone I pay to come in and do these things. Sigh. I've set up my arrangements, but who knows how long my life will go on. Definitely gotten closer to Jesus thru all this, thats for sure!

you are a lucky person. I will most likely be solo and silver and working into my 80s at this rate. living in the US is difficult for aging people. Most cannot retire unless they have huge pensions or retirement accounts.

Valuable insights! I'm so glad you've started to share content.

When cooking for one, adjust the recipe to yield 2-3 servings. Perfect amount of leftovers. Also, the freezer is your friend. Freeze ingredients (not meals) right away that you won't need to use soon. No waste, and handy defrost.

Hi Jeanne, just watched this video, first time at channel, excellent info, I’m 62 with only a brother left. No other family. I have a wonderful group of adults and parents if kids I teach piano to, and church group, too. And plan on where to move next, when my landlord finally sells this house I’m renting one day. But got to get crackin on the will, advance directive, etc piece. I’m quite sure my bro will go before me, he’s in poor health, but you never know. I’ll be watching more of your videos.

I am 70 and care for my husband who has dementia. I am a senior orphan so am worried about my remaining years. My parents are gone but I do have siblings that I am close to. I have been “emptying “ our home so it will be easier to move (downsize) when the time comes. I would love to live in a newer senior community with small homes like you. I need to start looking. I love your channel.

Thank you for this. I'm an elder millennial and many of us will be in this situation.

Your vlogs are always informative, thank you.

I am alone at 66 and dont own.my own home...so cant trade for living in a complex.. think i may need to get into senoir complex...but right now i have rescue cats in my care...and am working on staying healthy

This is a great video, I’m a wee bit younger than you but as a solo 🇨🇦 like you with no plans to change that, lots of food for thought! Thank you!

What a great video! Thank you so much. I had to stop listening because my ALEXA came on and asked if I needed help. I better listen to the rest of your video with headphones!

Such wisdom! Thank you for sharing this with us. ❤️

Subscribed. As a 68 yo, retired, solo, and on a fixed income, I enjoy your channel, your expertise and soothing voice.

Im 64 and reared my two children after a divorce. My children are 42 and 36. Their father has remarried. Im a bit disappointed with my children, in that they “never have time” to offer help. This may be because i grew up in a large family who all lived nearby. My ex-husband’s and MY own military careers meant we were never nearby any family. Im glad I understand military bearing and independence from my military career. Im disappointed as my children know I’m the last living member of my birth family. I paid cash for both children’s medical school tuition and they are in practice one 50 miles away and one 150 miles away, both within interstate highway drives. I moved to a newer home 4 years ago. A one story patio home with enough yard for my service dog. I have a home health aide to keep an eye on me. But id rather have a once-a-month visit or even a phone call from my children. I have an income which pays all my needs and a few of my wants. I have private health care and avoid the Veteran’s Administration Health Care at ALL cost! It might be free, but its still to expensive for me. I guess I will just have to wait and see what life brings.

I am still happily married, but this tips are helpful for me to consider putting into place now. Thank you. New subscriber.

This is just what I am working on at the moment! What a great idea, Jen, to make this video - I'm sure it will help a lot of people. I'm thrilled to have found it and your channel in general. This is so useful.

I am happy to have just found you. It is sooo refreshing seeing videos of other older ladies like myself with NO children. It seems that we are invisible in society and dont matter to society. Thank you. I am your contemporary and probably right at or around your age (GenX - the real GenX age). I also have no children and one surviving parent who lives in South Florida. So I feel I am unprepared in about 4 of your points. However, I appreciate your points and they make sense. I am working on my health as I need to lose about at least 70 pounds to get healthy the way the doctor wants. I am also an intrevert and would love to retire waaayyy out in the middle of nowhere off grid. I am such a nonconforminst - but listening to some of your points, it is food for thought. I love living in the country, but in US, older women are severely ostrasized! So I would rather stay away. Bless you and I look forward to surfing through your other videos.

My Aunt moved into a huge Senior apt complex in Albany. Lots to do, elevators, help buttons, meals downstairs run around $3… close to a park, assisted living staff available… looks ideal to me~ once I can’t mow the yard anymore.

Jen, first of all, you're so VERY blessed to have your parents and live near, so close, to them. Lost my dad when I was 32, mom at 50. I'm now 73 (!) and don't know how THAT happened! My son wants to try and purchase s small family home for us, but, I'm terrified.. I'm not a kid..hiw much time is left? I should have had a better plan when I i was your age, but, having my two kids and three grandkids stopped me. NO one's going to take care of me. I'm going to finish watching the video now. Rosemarie ❤

v helpful vid.. none of us like to think that there may come a time when we need help to continue living as we do. it's a scary thought.

Several people have mentioned about home design. I listened to my mother and aunt talk about problems around the house," stairs, getting in and out of a bathtub, wide enough doorways for walkers and wheelchairs, steps up to the house, etc. I researched these concerns and designed my house on 1 level, showers only (large enough for a chair or wheelchair), very slow changes between grass and sideways or porch to inside house. Finding a neat way for electrical wires not to be trip Hazzards. Rounded corners on wood furniture. Little things we don't think about until we need them.

So glad your content showed up on my feed! You are my tribe!! Thanks so much for sharing practical advice for us solo silvers. I'm 53 and living the same path and starting to look at practicality with finances, living situation, planning etc. look forward to following your channel!

I’m so glad I found your your tube channel you are my hero! I so relate to you! Thank you for making this great videos. ❤

All I can say is I'm thankful for stair chairs, my snow lady, my yard care company, a dependable handy man and grocery delivery. They all allow me to remain in my home alone. Being fiercely independent is a two edged sword, but it's what I know.

Last year we just moved my 97 year old mother to an independent living facility as Dad had died and she was in the house all alone. We were lucky to sell her house to a neighbor, and she is in a one bedroom beautiful facility and she gets wonderful dinner daily. Lots of goodies during the day. And this year she just gave up driving (Thank God). I plan on doing the same when the time is right. Love your videos. You voice is very smoothing and relaxing, and esp. seeing your hikes in the woods with music.

I love your channel, and I very much appreciate this content. I was lucky enough to stumble across it a few days ago, and I find it comforting and reassuring. I just realized recently that I am going to be an elder orphan myself, and it put some serious fear into me. My parents & sister live 2 hours from me. I've been seriously thinking about relocating back to my home town area, and trying to come up with things that I need to do to get myself in a good place for aging. And to help my sister out with my parents too. My mom is suffering from dementia, and my sister and Dad have been told by her doctor that it's time to find a place that can take care of her 24/7. There's so much guilt that I can't be more available to help my sister out with her. Thank you for this channel! 😊

Thank you for posting this! Such an important thing to consider as we age.

I love the name of your channel! Good choice. Here's something to think about. When I cook (i am also single & solo) I freeze the left overs to make individual dinners for another time. Hence, healthy tv dinners.

Great video! I'm 76 and already aging in place but this will help a lot of people.

Don't forget an advance directive or living will!❤