{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Sandwich Generation Survival Guide","title":"Navigating Solo Aging with Dr. Gerda Maissel","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/992b204e\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1965,"description":"Join host Candace Dellacona in this insightful episode of The Sandwich Generation Survival Guide, featuring Dr. Gerda Maissel, founder of My MD Advisor. Candace and Dr. Maissel discuss “solo agers” and the unique challenges they face. Learn about critical strategies for single people as they age, including building community, ensuring proper medical care, and legal planning to navigate aging independently or with limited family support. This episode provides valuable insights for both solo agers and their loved ones!\n00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome\n00:30 Dr. Gerda Maissel's Background and My MD Advisor\n01:07 Personal Story: The Catalyst for My MD Advisor\n02:29 Challenges in the Healthcare System\n05:30 The Concept of Solo Aging\n09:14 Fears and Realities of Solo Agers\n22:56 Building Community and Support Networks\n25:52 Legal and Medical Preparations for Solo Agers\n29:38 When to Seek Professional Help\n31:45 Conclusion and Contact Information\nFor more information about My MD Advisor, visit: \nhttps://www.mymdadvisor.com/\nFollow My MD Advisor on social media:\nhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/my-md-advisor/\nhttps://www.facebook.com/MyMDAdvisor/","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/zh5Yyuweti8RCzEmKGnzDRp8k_Sp3LxNoiKY925bBkM/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS84MDQw/YzFlMTI4ODQ5MjY3/ZjU3YzRmMmZiMTQw/NDJjZS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}