Navigating Solo Network

?? Happy Thanksgiving from Beacon Patient Solutions LLC and The Navigating Solo Network?! ?? As we gather to reflect on the season of gratitude, we want to share what we are most thankful for this year: ?? The incredible community of solo agers and healthcare consumers who trust us to offer guidance and empower them to navigate their unique paths with confidence. ?? The privilege to offer workshops and presentations in partnership with outstanding community organizations as part of our commitment to lifelong learning! ?? Our collaborative partners throughout the country and The Navigating Solo? Podcast guests who share their wisdom and help us expand our mission. ?? The opportunity to support clients through complex healthcare decisions and challenges. ?? The growing awareness of the importance of healthcare advocacy, advance care planning, and patient rights. ??? The ability to demystify medical billing and insurance, helping individuals find clarity and peace of mind. ?? The resilience and sense of community shared by everyone navigating solo aging and healthcare with determination. Thank you for being part of our journey. Wishing you a meaningful holiday filled with connection and gratitude! What are you grateful for this season? Let us know in the comments and learn more about our work: https://lnkd.in/e7jhiQgp and https://navigatingsolo.com! #Gratitude #HealthcareAdvocacy #SoloAging #NavigatingSolo #BeaconPatientSolutions #patientadvocacy #soloagingsupport #soloagers #healthcareadvocate #patientadvocate

Navigating Solo Network Blog Post: The winter holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness—or so it can seem on the surface. For many, it can also bring moments of loneliness or reflection, especially if navigating this time of year on one’s own. Add in the challenges of winter—shorter days, colder weather, and difficult travel conditions—and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. While family-focused articles abound, the unique needs of solo agers—those navigating life without reliable support —deserve thoughtful attention. As a solo aging advocate, educator, and board-certified patient advocate, Navigating Solo Network founder Ailene Gerhardt, BCPA, CSA deeply considers how isolation, loneliness, and environmental challenges can impact overall health and well-being. This article offers practical, creative, and empowering approaches to help individuals embrace the holiday and winter season while nurturing their physical and emotional health. Read it here and share your tips in the post comments! #navigatingsolo #soloaging #soloagingsupport #HealthcareAdvocacy #soloagers https://lnkd.in/e2TvcYxU

?? New Episode Alert! ??? Episode 9: Retirement Reimagined: Finding Your New Routine on Your Own Terms of The Navigating Solo? Podcast is now available! Host Ailene Gerhardt chats with Norman Reiss, a recent retiree dedicated to helping older adults lead engaging, connected, and fulfilling lives! ?? ?? In this episode, Norman shares: ? How online communities foster meaningful connections. ? Insights into his work with a variety of organizations. ? Tips for navigating retirement transitions with purpose and joy. ? The power of intergenerational engagement and stepping outside your comfort zone. If you’re a solo ager, recent retiree, or simply curious about embracing a more connected lifestyle, this episode is for you! ?? Listen now on your favorite podcast platform or on the The Navigating Solo? Podcast website: https://lnkd.in/eziutRpA . Don’t forget to like, share, and tag a friend who needs to hear this! ?? #NavigatingSoloPodcast #SoloAging #RetirementLife #BuildingConnections #navigatingsolo #soloaging #soloagers #soloagingsupport #healthcareadvocacy #patientadvocacy #healthcareadvocate

? Thank You To All Who Joined Us! ? On Thursday evening, November 14, 2024, 113 attendees from across 28 states and Calgary, Canada, came together for our Navigating Solo? Fall 2024 Get Together. It was an insightful evening filled with shared stories, valuable resources, and community connections. (https://lnkd.in/enK6p-nR) ?? The highlight of the event? ?? A dynamic panel of three engaging solo agers who shared their wisdom on navigating the holiday season, embracing winter, and turning the page on a new year. ?? What attendees had to say: ??“Kinship groups for the kinless was a fresh idea for me.” ?? “It felt good to connect with other Solo Agers.” ?? “Hearing different ways to observe holidays validates and empowers.” ?“I was immensely impressed with the positive attitudes of participants.” ?? "I thought the panelists were excellent. What they said resonated with me." ?? What surprised us all? The incredible reach of this event, with participants from as far as Hawaii and Calgary, and the shared excitement of building meaningful connections. ?? To everyone who joined, shared, and engaged—thank you for making this gathering a success! Let’s continue to support, inspire, and navigate solo together. Read more: https://lnkd.in/enK6p-nR #SoloAging #NavigatingSolo #CommunityConnection #KinshipfortheKinless #SoloAgers

?? Save the Date! ?? We're exactly 6 months away from SAVvy Day: Solo Aging Visibility Day, happening on May 14, 2025! Join us as we celebrate and amplify the voices of solo agers everywhere. ?? Whether you're a solo ager or a solo aging advocate, this day is for you! Mark your calendar, spread the word, and stay tuned for all the exciting details on how you can participate: https://lnkd.in/e_gte84x #SAVvyDay2025 #SoloAging #NavigatingSolo #soloagingsupport #soloagers #soloagers #healthcareadvocacy #healthcareadvocate #patientadvocacy #patientadvocate

We hope you will join us this Thursday! Our Navigating Solo? Fall 2024 Online Get Together is just a few days away on Thursday, November 14, 2024, 6:45 pm ET! Register here: https://lnkd.in/eHq3rbAU Join us for a solo aging panel discussion for solo agers by solo agers! Hear about others' experiences and share your own. ? Connect with other "solos!" ? Access useful resources! FREE and open to anyone in any location who identifies as a solo ager! Learn more about the Navigating Solo Network here: https://lnkd.in/e-2RKFVd!

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?? Share Your Interest In Our Navigating Solo? Regional Groups! ??https://lnkd.in/e9zyq4Fn More than 250 solo agers across the United States have expressed interest in joining a community just for them! We’re creating Navigating Solo Regional Groups across 9 census regions to connect, share, and support each other in navigating solo. Whether you're looking for community, resources, or insights into living well as a solo ager, there’s a place for you in these groups! Join us to: ? Connect with like-minded solo agers in your region ? Engage in discussions and share experiences ? Access tools, resources, and support ?? Interested in joining? Be part of this empowering community! Visit our website to learn more and join a group in your region. Together, we’ll make solo aging stronger and more connected! ?? https://lnkd.in/e9zyq4Fn #navigatingsolo #soloaging #regionalgroup #soloagers #CommunityConnections #AgingWell #soloagingsupport #HealthcareAdvocacy #healthcareadvocate #patientadvocacy #patientadvocate

?? Celebrating Over 700 Downloads! ?? A huge THANK YOU to our amazing listeners for helping us reach this incredible milestone! Your support means the world to us! https://lnkd.in/eziutRpA In just a few short months, we've had the privilege of hosting a diverse lineup of guests including Sara Zeff Geber, Ph.D., Joy Loverde, Jessica (Decky) Alexander, Tyler Calhoun, M.A. and the rest of the Creative Team at Limelight LLC, and Elizabeth Anne Edwards, who have shared their valuable insights and experiences on solo aging and community engagement. ?? From experts in healthcare advocacy to inspiring solo agers navigating their unique journeys, each episode is packed with wisdom and practical advice. If you haven’t tuned in yet, now's the perfect time to catch up on these enlightening conversations! https://lnkd.in/eziutRpA Stay tuned for more exciting episodes ahead. Together, we're navigating Navigating Solo?! ?? Listen now at https://lnkd.in/eziutRpA! ??