Solo Agers
Solo agers constitute a growing group of individuals who are aging alone. Without spouses, children, or suitable siblings, 27% of our population find themselves without a supportive infrastructure.
If you are a solo ager, you do not have to go it alone!
Aging Advisors offers a structured program with expert support to navigate the years ahead for those aging without family.
The Anchor Program
Affirming, Compassionate Support for Your Aging Journey
At Aging Advisors, we understand that aging is a deeply personal experience—shaped by your unique identity, history, family structure, and values. That’s why we created the Anchor Program: a holistic, relationship-based service designed to provide consistent, affirming support through every phase of aging.
What the Anchor Program Includes
The Anchor Program offers a comprehensive range of services that ensure peace of mind and personalized care. Our team becomes your consistent point of contact and advocate as you navigate the evolving challenges of aging.
Core Services
- On-Call Support: We're available 24/7 to guide decisions about aging in place, community living, or other transitions. Timely, reliable help is always just a call away.
- Advocacy in Medical and Non-Medical Settings: We ensure your voice is heard in hospitals, clinics, home care meetings, and beyond—so your choices, needs, and identity are always honored.
Additional Anchor Services
- Crisis Intervention to help navigate urgent or complex situations
- Transition Support when moving between home, rehab, assisted living, or nursing care
- Routine Client Visits to assess safety, well-being, nutrition, and medication adherence
- Medication Management, including medication reviews, pillbox fills, reminders, and refills
- In-Home Help Coordination: screening, arranging, and monitoring support services
- Transportation & Appointment Oversight, including accompaniment
- Education, Resources & Referrals tailored to your goals and preferences
- Financial, Legal & Medical Reviews, with referrals to trusted professionals
- Connection to Programs & Services through vetted community resources
- Home Safety Checks to maintain safe, accessible living environments
- Family Liaison Services, keeping distant loved ones informed and reassured
- Diagnosis & Treatment Research to support informed decision-making
- 24-Hour Emergency Support, including guidance during ER visits
Program Participation Requirements
To ensure a strong, supportive relationship from the start, the Anchor Program includes:
- Comprehensive Assessment
We begin with a global, whole-person assessment that covers medical, social, psychological, legal, environmental, and financial dimensions of your life. From this, we develop a personalized Plan of Care—collaboratively designed with you, your family (biological or chosen), and relevant professionals—to reflect your values and long-term needs.
- Ongoing Communication
To maintain responsive and effective care, timely updates are essential. We ask that you or your designated contact notify your care manager immediately in the event of:
- Hospitalizations
- New diagnoses
- Changes in medications
This allows us to adjust care as needed and provide appropriate, proactive support.
- Quarterly Check-Ins
Every three months, we conduct scheduled assessments to evaluate your well-being, reassess needs, and ensure your Plan of Care evolves with you. These check-ins are an opportunity to revisit goals, address concerns, and reinforce your autonomy.
Aging With Confidence and Community
Aging Advisors is proud to support every individual and every identity on their aging journey. We know that aging can be complex—especially for LGBTQ+ individuals who may have faced healthcare discrimination, family estrangement, or invisibility in elder care systems. The Anchor Program is here to change that.
We provide affirming, inclusive, and expert guidance to help you age with dignity, safety, and connection. Your story matters. Your voice matters. And we’re honored to be your Anchor every step of the way.
