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Savvy Senior: How to get help as an elder orphan

Dear Savvy Senior,

I need to find someone honest and reliable to look after my estate, health and long-term care when I’m no longer able to do it myself. I’m a 67-year-old recent widow with no children and one sibling I rarely talk to. Any suggestions?

Solo Ager

Dear Solo,

This is big concern for millions of older Americans who don’t have a spouse, children or other family they can depend on to wa...