The Golden Life Community
In this compelling episode of “Aging with Purpose and Passion,” Beverly Glazer talks with the inspiring Kathy Tarochione, a trailblazer in both the healthcare and women’s empowerment arenas. Having established the first PPO in Illinois, Kathy has seen firsthand the power of self-advocacy. Her most notable recent achievement is the founding of the Golden Life Community—an initiative designed to provide support, community, and empowerment for women over 55 and their pets.
Throughout the conversation, Kathy shares her personal trials, including surviving an abusive marriage and battling life-threatening health issues. Her narrative is a testament to resilience and the importance of self-advocacy. Kathy also discusses the Golden Life Community’s multifaceted approach to nurturing mental health, combating loneliness, and ensuring financial and housing stability for older women. With an emphasis on fostering connections through the Golden Connections platform and the development of physical Golden Spaces, this episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to turn their later years into golden years.
Key Takeaways from The Golden Life Community with Kathy Tarochione
0:03 | Resilience and Empowerment: Kathy Tarochione’s Journey |
4:12 | Surviving Abusive Marriages and Helping Others Through the Rain |
8:32 | Kathy Tarochione’s Journey of Service and Compassion |
16:26 | Overcoming Fraud, Health Crises, and Mental Struggles to Empower Women |
19:55 | Empowering Women Through Community Support and Virtual Connections |
24:25 | Empowering Women Through Innovative Housing Solutions |
29:03 | Golden Life Community: Women Over 55 and Their Dogs |
Overcoming Adversity
Kathy Tarochione’s journey through an abusive marriage and severe health issues showcases the power of resilience and self-advocacy.
Golden Life Community
This initiative provides valuable resources and a sense of community for women over 55, addressing mental health, loneliness, and financial stability.
Mental Health Focus
The Golden Life Community emphasizes the importance of addressing depression, anxiety, and loneliness among older women through support and connection.
Golden Connections
An online platform where women can meet, share experiences, and receive support from peers in a judgment-free environment.
Golden Spaces
Planning physical communities that are women-centric and pet-friendly, providing a nurturing and empowering environment for older women.
Connect with Kathy Tarochione:
Golden Life Facebook Community
Connect with Bev:
Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/womenover50rock
https://www.linkedin.com/in/beverleyglazer/
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