National Solo Aging Expert to Lead Hillcrest Seminar on Secure Future

Dr. Sara Zeff Geber to share strategies for maintaining independence as a solo ager

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Hillcrest, a senior living community in La Verne, California, is hosting nationally recognized solo aging expert Dr. Sara Zeff Geber, PhD, founder of LifeEncore, for an educational seminar focused on preparing solo agers for the future. The free event will cover legal and financial strategies for maintaining independence.

Why it matters

According to AARP, approximately 24 million U.S. adults aged 50 and older live alone, and that number is rising. The seminar aims to empower solo agers by providing them with the tools and resources to plan for a secure future.

The details

The interactive presentation is based on Dr. Geber's 2018 book, 'Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers.' Participants will receive helpful planning resources as they look toward the future. The seminar will cover topics such as identifying what matters most, finding resources beyond family to provide for your needs as you age, considering how and where you want to live, and navigating post-retirement life.

  • The free event will take place on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

The players

Dr. Sara Zeff Geber

A nationally recognized solo aging expert and the founder of LifeEncore.

Hillcrest

A senior living community in La Verne, California, that is hosting the seminar.

Shirley Turner

The Director of Sales and Marketing at Hillcrest, who has guided the community's response to the rise in solo aging.

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What they’re saying

“Looking at aging as a solo ager requires a robust approach to planning to meet unique needs in later life. We know older adults have peace of mind knowing their plans align with their goals and lifestyle, and that is the goal of our conversation at Hillcrest.”

— Dr. Sara Zeff Geber, Founder, LifeEncore (send2press.com)

“Hillcrest is home to many solo agers, and we've built a thriving community to support them.”

— Shirley Turner, Director of Sales and Marketing, Hillcrest (send2press.com)

What’s next

Participants can register for the seminar at https://liveathillcrest.org/event/solo-aging-series-session-two-planning-for-one-legal-and-financial-confidence-for-solo-agers/.

The takeaway

This seminar highlights the growing need to support solo agers, who make up a significant and rising portion of the older adult population. By providing resources and strategies for maintaining independence, Hillcrest is helping solo agers plan for a secure future.