*Hi everybody it’s Carol Marak Thank you for visiting Solo and Smart, my YouTube channel. Offering the latest news and updates on solo aging.In yesterday’s Solo and Smart video, Healthy Aging,...

Planning for longevity is unsettling because growing older is stacked with complexities and risks. Older age places us in unfamiliar territory and it’s the reason we need a navigation system to...

*In designing the membership site, each member would learn their top aging risk by completing the Life Plan Assessment: https://carolmarak.com/life-plan-assessment.After discovering your top...

I don’t know if this is of interest, but I had the idea to start a membership site around what I already know, do, and love.The idea emerged from recognizing a common desire for deeper engagement...

The phenomenon of solo aging versus aging within traditional family structures presents a variety of contrasting experiencesSocial and Support System: Solo Aging: Individuals may lack a built-in...

Solos need a nearby support network because for individuals like me, we lack the immediate family support that is typically available in traditional family structures.Without a spouse or nearby...

Family caregivers play a vital role in providing care and support to their loved ones.However, the responsibilities of giving care often leads to financial challenges and debt accumulation, making...

Unique Challenges: Health and CaregivingSolo aging, a journey undertaken by individuals without the traditional support network of close family, presents unique challenges, particularly in the...

Joy Loverde, author, The Complete Eldercare Planner (revision 4) and Who Will Take Care of Me When I'm Old, discusses longevity and its effects of growing older.Joy brings unique thoughts and...

Navigating Financial Concerns—third unique challenge of aging aloneThe aging alone demographic, often referred to as 'solo agers', faces unique challenges that necessitate a tailored approach to...

Watch this video interview of a solo ager and how she benefits using Total Life Tele-therapy, covered by Original Medicare with select supplemental coverages.Mental health is one of the top...

Happy Thanksgiving to you! Thank you for trusting me with your time and consideration when thinking about the challenges of aging alone. It's a topic that's driven my purpose for the last 10 plus...

As I promised you last week, this series will include the unique challenges of aging alone. The first challenge: Lack of Built-in Support System for Solo AgersOne of the unique challenges faced by...

Are you solo? You're not alone. Just look at the numbers! Hello, I'm Carol Marak, I simplify the complexities of growing older alone.Who exactly are solo agers? Well, we're the aged,...

Live of the Snug Safe app a daily check in for solos—available on iPhone and Android. Go the the App store and download either the free option or subscription service (more features) at $9.99/mo....

Janet saw a video promotion of Total Life Tele-therapy discussing the features and benefits of receiving therapy right from home. Janet is a solo ager and wanted to address a few issues and...

Today, I want to talk about something that's been really important for me lately: tele-therapy. It's a game-changer for improving your mental health, and I want to share some tips and insights with...

Ageism Awareness Day: October 7, 2023 #StopAgeism American Society on Aging#Ageism refers to the stereotypes (how we think), prejudice (how we feel) and discrimination (how we act) toward others or...

Let's talk about something that's a big interest in the healthcare world—teletherapy. You've probably heard of it, but do you know how it's shaking up mental health care and helping make life...

Reflecting on the journey of growing older, it's a path filled with beautiful memories, but it can also bring its own set of challenges—stress and worry.As the years roll by, we accumulate...