This lays out aging in a way that actually matches real life — not one problem, but eight interconnected ones that all shift at once. I like the practical framing: physical health first, then mind, memory, routines, home, money, caregivers, and connection. Most guides only tackle one slice, so this broader roadmap feels useful. And the honesty about tech — some helpful, some just noise — is refreshing. Aging well isn’t about perfection; it’s about understanding the moving parts and staying ahead of them. The focus on real-world planning is what makes this valuable.
As a former caregiver to my late husband, I now find myself worried about my own health and wellbeing when the inevitable illnesses and decline come knocking. How do I navigate this without being a burden to my children? Especially as they do not live in close proximity? I look forward to the next 8 weeks!
I've also got a book coming out in September about aging in place called On Your Own Terms. The premise of the book is that staying in your own home is a strategy, not a default, and you need to manage it actively. It's full of very practical advice on a variety of subjects, including taking care of your house, preventing falls, managing health from home, and many more. It ends with a chapter called When Staying Put Stops Working which talks about the decision that staying at home isn't working anymore.
If you subscribe to TheSeniorTechie, you'll see its release announced there.
This lays out aging in a way that actually matches real life — not one problem, but eight interconnected ones that all shift at once. I like the practical framing: physical health first, then mind, memory, routines, home, money, caregivers, and connection. Most guides only tackle one slice, so this broader roadmap feels useful. And the honesty about tech — some helpful, some just noise — is refreshing. Aging well isn’t about perfection; it’s about understanding the moving parts and staying ahead of them. The focus on real-world planning is what makes this valuable.
As a former caregiver to my late husband, I now find myself worried about my own health and wellbeing when the inevitable illnesses and decline come knocking. How do I navigate this without being a burden to my children? Especially as they do not live in close proximity? I look forward to the next 8 weeks!
I hope you enjoy my Caring For Seniors series!
I've also got a book coming out in September about aging in place called On Your Own Terms. The premise of the book is that staying in your own home is a strategy, not a default, and you need to manage it actively. It's full of very practical advice on a variety of subjects, including taking care of your house, preventing falls, managing health from home, and many more. It ends with a chapter called When Staying Put Stops Working which talks about the decision that staying at home isn't working anymore.
If you subscribe to TheSeniorTechie, you'll see its release announced there.