October 11, 2022/
For many of us aging also means an accumulation of STUFF. Whether our long- term goal is to stay in our home or downsize it...
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I’m Allison O’Shea, Aging Strategist and founder of Openly Aging.
After spending over 20 years as an executive in senior living, I witnessed thousands of aging journeys—and one thing became clear: the people who stayed independent the longest were the ones who thought ahead.
They didn’t wait for a health scare or a family crisis to start asking the right questions.
They stayed curious.
They stayed open.
And most importantly—they stayed in control.
That’s what inspired me to create Openly Aging: a space where individuals and families can take a proactive, thoughtful approach to aging.
Today, I help independent adults think through one of the most important and often avoided questions:
Will my home and lifestyle continue to work for me?
Through Your Aging & Home Strategy™, I work with individuals who want clarity about their future—whether that means staying in their home, downsizing, or simply understanding their options before anything changes.
For those navigating more immediate decisions, I offer Your Aging Decision Strategy™—a focused process to help you understand what types of support are needed, how services actually work, and what to consider before moving forward with care.
Because whether you’re planning ahead or facing something now, you deserve guidance that is thoughtful, unbiased, and grounded in real experience.
Aging isn’t something to fix.
It’s something to lead—on your terms.
$1750 | 4 Private Sessions |
A personalized experience designed for independent adults who want clarity on what their next step should be—whether that’s staying in their home, downsizing, or exploring other living options.
If you’ve started to question whether your home will continue to work for you, but aren’t sure what to do next, this program helps you understand your options and make confident, intentional decisions.
Through four thoughtful conversations, you’ll gain a clear perspective on your home, your lifestyle, and what will truly support your independence—so you can stay in control of your aging journey before anything forces a decision.
$750 | 2 Private Sessions
A personalized experience designed for individuals or families who need clarity on what to do next—often when a situation has changed and a decision feels urgent.
If you’re unsure what type of care or support is needed, or how services actually work, this program helps you understand your options before making commitments or spending money on care.
Through two focused conversations, you’ll gain a clear, unbiased perspective on your situation, the services available to you, and what to expect—so you can move forward with confidence instead of reacting in the moment.
For years, I have witnessed firsthand the passion Allison has for helping older adults and their families. Her many years of experience have given her incredible knowledge as well as countless connections to resources! And even better, she truly cares about the people she is advocating for.
I was scheduled for therapy twice a week and my husband, who is 90 years old, was taking me. I wanted to find a way for him to not have to sit and wait two hours while I completed my therapy. Allison was able to guide me toward a transportation service specifically for seniors that has been wonderful! I would definitely recommend Allison to any of my friends that need to know the options out there.
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