SAVvy Day (Solo Aging Visibility Day) is a national initiative spotlighting the unique experiences of individuals navigating aging without the reliable support of family members. We are proud to be a part of this national campaign! The goal is to raise awareness, foster understanding, and build a supportive community for solo agers.
See below for a list of DOROT programs for SAVvy Day on May 14, 2025, all available online via Zoom.
SAVvy Day Online Program Schedule:
11:00 am – 12:00 pm EDT
Finding Your Way: Adjusting to the Widowed Life
The loss of a spouse brings profound change. Join Julie Pfitzinger, managing editor for Next Avenue, and Jackson Rainer, a board-certified clinical psychologist and frequent contributor to Next Avenue, for a personal conversation about the widowed life.
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12:30 pm – 1:30 pm EDT
Navigating Aging Alone
As the Navigating Aging columnist for Kaiser Health News journalist Judith Graham wrote about issues associated with aging and end-of-life care. This past year she trained her eye on solo agers, writing a series of 8 articles on their experience. She will share what she learned in conversation with people from all over the country.
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2:00 pm – 3:00 pm EDT
Building Connections Through Third Places
The third place is an informal yet essential space outside of home and work – like the Cheers bar – where people gather to foster relationships and strengthen community ties. Psychologist Jackson Rainer will explore the role of third places, how to find one, and how to build meaningful connections.
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3:30 pm – 4:30 pm EDT
How to Create a ‘Go Plan’ in Case of a Medical Emergency
Ailene Gerhardt, Board Certified Patient Advocate (BCPA) will discuss how to prepare, organize, and think ahead to make sure your “go plan" is in place should an emergency arise.
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5:00 pm – 6:00 pm EDT
Solo Agers Panel Discussion
Our panel of four solo agers from across the country will tackle the topics uppermost on your mind, from housing to healthcare to who to turn to if something goes wrong. Moderated by Amy Stein-Milford, DOROT’s Director of Onsite and Special Programs.
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7:00 pm – 8:00 pm EDT
SAVvy Day 2025 Celebration
Connect with fellow solo agers, hear from thought leaders, and share your own experiences as we cap off a day dedicated to celebrating the solo aging community.
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SAVvy Day is a national initiative spotlighting the unique experiences of individuals navigating aging without the reliable support of family members. The goal is to raise awareness, foster understanding, and build a supportive community for solo agers Learn more at https://navigatingsolo.com/savvyday.