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""An innovative integration of science and soul-this practical guide reclaims aging as a sacred, empowered journey."" -Dr. Pearl E. Gregor, PhD, Education & Philosophy A heartfelt, practical guide to aging with clarity, compassion, and empowerment-for older adults, families, and the professionals who support them. In a world where aging is too often seen as a problem to manage, Living and Aging Well offers a refreshing, deeply human perspective. We are more than bodies in decline-we are whole people with stories, purpose, and spirit, capable of thriving in this stage of life. Drawing on over 25 years of experience in healthcare, social services, and holistic wellness, Kathleen Cesarin invites readers to reimagine aging as a season of possibility, purpose, and choice. Through a person-centered, integrative lens, she blends professional expertise with lived experience to provide actionable strategies that honor mind, body, soul, and spirit. This visually rich, full-color toolkit distills complex topics into concise, easy-to-read sections-ideal for older adults who value clarity and for professionals, educators, and advisors who need ready-to-use checklists, worksheets, assessments, and discussion tools for the most common topics facing older adults when considering their future. Whether you're an older adult preparing for the future, a loved one navigating care decisions, or a helping professional, this book offers: Practical tools for clear, confident decision-making Strategies to foster respectful, empathetic conversations Holistic insights that empower people-not just systems-to lead the way Grounded in wisdom, inclusivity, and accessibility, Living and Aging Well is a roadmap to reducing crisis-driven decisions, maintaining choice, and aging with confidence-together.

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Kathleen Cesarin, LPN, is a nurse, wellness coach, healthcare navigator and educator, Reiki Master-Teacher, and founder of Philosophia Within. With over 25 years of experience in healthcare, social services, and holistic wellness, she is a passionate advocate for person-centered care that nurtures the whole individual-mind, body, soul, and spirit. Kathleen has advanced nursing specialities in orthopedics, wound care, and foot care, and has worked nearly exclusively with older adults for the last decade. Through workshops, retreats, coaching, and energy healing, she helps others find coherence, resilience, and balance. Her debut book, Living and Aging Well: A Practical and Holistic Guide for Older Adults, Families, and Helping Professionals, brings together decades of experience, spiritual insight, and practical wisdom to support aging with dignity, clarity, and empowerment. Kathleen lives in Alberta, Canada, with her husband, Tyler, and is a proud mother of three adult children and one grandchild.

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