Blogs James Irwin, CSA Certified Senior Advisor® Society of Certified Senior AdvisorsAlzheimer's News Roundup: Understanding Recent Breakthroughs December 17, 2024New IV drugs, blood tests, and the reelin protein are energizing the Alzheimer's research community. For people living with Alzheimer’s disease and at risk of developing it, the past two years have provided some hopeful news about the future of Alzheimer’s prevention and treatment.First, the FDA approved two new intravenous drugs for early-stage dementia: Lecanemab, marketed as […] Tara SchumannWhat Can You Do About Home Insurance Premiums? December 17, 2024Certain home improvements may lower your insurance costs and make your home safer for aging in place. As of September, U.S. homeowners pay an average of $2,728/year, or $227/month, on home insurance–that’s an 11.5% increase since 2022, and the numbers are expected to rise.Some factors affect your insurance premium that you have no control over; the […] Tara SchumannBaby Boomers are Re-Inventing Senior Centers December 11, 2024What does a modern senior center look like? What’s the first word that comes to mind upon hearing “senior center”? If you said “bingo,” you’re not alone. Senior centers suffer from an image problem: many people, including plenty of baby boomers, think of them as sedate, isolated places without much going on.The stereotype has a […] Society of Certified Senior AdvisorsPersonalized IT Support for Older Adults December 10, 2024When the last thing you want to do is spend eternity on the phone with a big company, ring up senior-friendly tech support instead. If you’ve ever called the customer support line of a major tech company, you may understand why these business-specific helplines are dubbed “cold” tech support. It’s not that the staff aren’t […] Society of Certified Senior AdvisorsMeet the Senior Spirit Editorial Board December 6, 2024Introducing the experts behind your monthly SCSA news and insights. As we close the book on 2024 and enter a new year, the Senior Spirit editorial board would like to take a moment to re-introduce ourselves. It’s our pleasure to bring you the latest news affecting CSAs and our clients. We meet monthly to choose […] Society of Certified Senior AdvisorsFamous & 65 December 1, 2024Look who's turning 65 this monthFind out which celebrities are turning 65 this month! Image Source: Wikipedia December 9 - Mario Cantone, actor, comedian, and singer Broadway star Mario Cantone grew up doing impressions–his first personal hit was his impression of Julia Child in a junior high school talent show. In 1995, Cantone debuted on Broadway […] Society of Certified Senior AdvisorsHow After Loss Pros Make Loss a Little Easier for Seniors November 11, 2024Guest Blog by Jasmine HathawayAs a Certified Senior Advisor (CSA), what’s your primary motivation in serving your clients? For many of you reading this article, it’s likely as simple as providing peace of mind to a vulnerable population. For others, it may be even more personal: Maybe you have a parent, grandparent, or loved one […] Society of Certified Senior AdvisorsBridging Generations: Crafting Lasting Holiday Memories with Grandchildren November 11, 2024The holidays are a unique time for families to bond and build cherished traditions. For grandparents, it’s an ideal opportunity to strengthen connections with their grandchildren, sharing experiences that will be fondly remembered for years. Through activities that span generations, grandparents can pass down wisdom, create joyful moments, and establish traditions that continue beyond the […] Tara SchumannLooking to Regenerative Medicine for Healthy, Pain-Free Joints November 10, 2024Is osteoarthritis on its way out? Not immediately, but researchers are actively working to make OA a thing of the past. Sometimes referred to as degenerative joint disease or OA, osteoarthritis is the most common kind of arthritis and the third most common disease in the U.S. Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage that protects and lines […] Society of Certified Senior AdvisorsWhat’s the Safest Way to Pay? November 9, 2024Cash, check, or card? These days, the question isn’t so simple. When you can complete any transaction with half a dozen apps and taps, how do you choose? The pros and cons of cash vs. check vs. card are fairly well baked into our consciousness. But in recent years, with the advent of tap-to-pay, Zelle, […] Society of Certified Senior Advisors
James Irwin, CSA
James Irwin, CSA