Blogs James Irwin, CSA Certified Senior Advisor® Society of Certified Senior AdvisorsFrom Sci-Fi to the Living Room: Robots in Eldercare April 10, 2026 Robotic technology is making strides and offering seniors a lift. It’s been almost 22 years since Paro, the first robot designed for use in eldercare, made its debut. Paro, clinically proven to reduce stress and anxiety in people with dementia, looks like a fluffy baby seal. It responds with movement and sound to a person’s […] Tara SchumannInvesting in Gold and Silver in Today's Hot Market April 9, 2026 Gold and silver prices are through the roof. What should investors know? For people who invest in gold and silver, the first few months of 2026 have been a rollercoaster ride. Responding to international conflict and uncertainty in all directions, precious metal prices have risen to historic levels–and then sharply corrected, several times. Some of the […] Tara SchumannPushing Back Against Everyday Ageism April 9, 2026 Ageism is everywhere, and it can be subtle. To challenge anti-aging comments, practice a few gentle retorts. When it comes to growing older, attitude matters. In a now-famous study, researchers found that people who held positive beliefs about aging lived an average of seven and half years longer than those who thought aging was a […] Tara SchumannThe Brain Needs a Workout, Too: Games for Cognitive Health April 8, 2026 Can a computer game help reduce dementia risk? One study says yes. Games can be serious business. That’s true in the NFL, at the poker table, in Marty Supreme–and in Alzheimer’s research. In a randomized control study published in February, more than 2,800 people over 65 years of age completed between 14 to 22 hours of speed […] Tara SchumannPlanting April Flowers for a Summer of Blooms April 7, 2026 After an especially snowy winter in many parts of the country, we're finally in the season of flowers. For gardeners, April is when the year really begins. This month is an ideal time to plant flowers from seed and start planning your garden. Prepping for No Mow May? Interested in growing flowers indoors? Or just trying […] Tara SchumannFamous & 65 April 7, 2026 Look who's turning 65 this monthFind out which celebrities are turning 65 this month!April 1This Scottish singer stunned the world in 2009 with a televised audition that became one of the most viral moments in entertainment history. Walking onto the stage of Britain’s Got Talent with an unassuming demeanor, she silenced skeptics the moment she […] Tara SchumannThe Latest in AgeTech: 2026 March 12, 2026 We round up the most compelling new AgeTech startups featured at this year's major technology conference.Each year, AARP hosts an AgeTech Collaborative event at CES, the major technology conference produced by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA). This January, this enormous event convened over 148,000 attendees in Las Vegas. One of the attractions of AARP’s Collaborative […] Tara SchumannFinancial Planning for Seniors: Smart Strategies to Protect, Preserve, and Pass on Your Wealth March 11, 2026 March is the perfect time for a financial reset. Here are eight steps toward improving your financial peace of mind this spring.March is a season of renewal. As winter fades and spring approaches, CSAs have a unique opportunity to support senior clients to review their financial landscape, refresh their plans, and take meaningful steps toward […] Tara SchumannSpring Cleaning: The Beauty of Empty Space March 10, 2026 Whether you're downsizing or just want to make more room for living, a real spring clean-out could be just what you and your home need. The idea of deep clean–windows thrown open, all dust busted–feels enticing this time of year. But where to even begin? For empty nesters and others considering downsizing, or right-sizing, to a […] Tara SchumannFive Tips for Safe Drug Disposal March 10, 2026 Wait! Don't just toss that unwanted medication. Instead, use one of these tips to keep people and the planet safe. In general, doctors prescribe an exact amount of medication because the patient should take all of it. But patients and doctors might decide to cut short a course of medication for a number of reasons: unmanageable […] Tara Schumann
James Irwin, CSA
James Irwin, CSA