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Episode 195: LGBTQ+ Solo Aging: What Childfree Adults Need to Know
For LGBTQ+ adults aging without children, the question of who will be in your corner is not abstract, it is the plan. Maddy Roche sits down with Sherrill Wayland, Senior Director of Special Initiatives and Partnerships at SAGE, to talk about what affirming care looks like, why chosen family needs legal backing, and what resources exist right now to help LGBTQ+ older adults age with dignity and intention.
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Estate Planning Documents for Childfree People
Essential estate planning for Childfree people: wills, beneficiaries, living wills, powers of attorney, and more documents you need now.
What Does Leaving a Legacy Mean Without Kids?
What does legacy mean without kids? Discover meaningful ways Childfree people can create lasting impact and be remembered.
What Is Power of Attorney (and Why You Need One)
Power of attorney protects you if incapacitated. Understand financial and medical POA differences and why every adult needs both.
What Is a Living Will?
Living wills ensure your medical wishes are honored when you can’t speak for yourself. Learn what to include and why you need one.
What Is a Trust (and Do You Need One)?
Do Childfree people need trusts? Explore different trust types and when they make sense for estates without children.
What Financial Paperwork Do I Need to Get Done?
Get your financial paperwork in order: essential documents including wills, beneficiaries, insurance policies, and critical directives.