Blogs James Irwin, CSA Certified Senior Advisor® Society of Certified Senior AdvisorsState Parks That Rival National Parks August 10, 2022For a budget vacation in a stunning location, many state parks offer amazing value and are less crowded than their national counterparts. Oh my, it’s hot! And oh my, travel is expensive, what with sky-high gas prices and soaring airfare. Older adults on limited budgets are getting hit hard by inflation. But have you considered getting […] Society of Certified Senior AdvisorsFamous & 65 August 6, 2022Look who's turning 65 this month Find out which celebrities are turning 65 this month! Image Source: Wikipedia August 9 - Melanie Griffith, actress and film producer The daughter of an actress mother and child actor father, Melanie Griffith was practically predestined to become an actress herself. She was a film extra and all of 14 […] Society of Certified Senior AdvisorsThe Hidden Drawbacks of Medicare Advantage July 27, 2022Insurers offering Advantage plans have an enormous financial interest in your Medicare choice, but what they won’t tell you can make a huge difference in your pocketbook and treatment options. If you are nearing 65, you’ve doubtless heard about the many benefits of choosing a Medicare Advantage plan. Medicare Advantage is administered by private insurance companies, […] Society of Certified Senior AdvisorsDo You Buy or Do You Rent? July 21, 2022Retirees considering downsizing or moving may decide that renting is a better choice than home ownership.Older adults are attached to their homes. People aged 55 to 75 with at least $100,000 in investable assets and the same amount in home equity overwhelmingly (83%) want to continue living in their current home, according to a 2016 […] Society of Certified Senior AdvisorsHow To Choose an Assisted Living Facility or Nursing Home July 17, 2022Finding the right place for Mom or Dad is both an art and a science. You have to do your research and trust your gut. Assisted living facilities are widely available to help take care of older adults who need help with bathing, dressing, or other daily activities. When that is no longer enough, a nursing […] Society of Certified Senior AdvisorsBirdwatching Gadgets for Older Adults July 12, 2022Boomers are flocking to birdwatching. What are the best apps and techie equipment? Maybe it was the pandemic, when so many of us spent a lot of time at home. Maybe it’s because we are retiring and finding ourselves with more time on our hands. Maybe it’s due to an increased awareness of the natural world […] Society of Certified Senior Advisors12 Ways to Save Money During Inflation July 10, 2022Seniors on fixed incomes are struggling while inflation soars, but there are still many ways to stretch a dollar.Rent, gas, groceries: they’ve all skyrocketed in price. Those of us on fixed incomes are hurt the most. It does not help that the stock market is in bear territory and bonds pay next to nothing. In […] Society of Certified Senior AdvisorsFamous & 65 July 3, 2022Look who's turning 65 this month Find out which celebrities are turning 65 this month! Image Source: Wikipedia July 9 - Kelly McGillis, actress Top Gun is all the rage again, and Kelly McGillis appeared in the original 1986 movie as “Charlie,” the no-nonsense flight instructor. She wasn’t just a pretty face; McGillis earned her chops […] Society of Certified Senior AdvisorsAre Probiotics Worth the Money for Older Adults? June 27, 2022Seniors can benefit from a healthier gut microbiome, but it remains to be seen if probiotic pills beat out yogurt with a side of sauerkraut. Bacteria can have a wide range of health benefits for adults over 60. That’s right, bacteria. After all, some bacteria produce vitamins, assist with food digestion and attack cells that cause […] Society of Certified Senior AdvisorsHow to Reduce Your Medicare Bills June 25, 2022Seniors with original Medicare need to ask two questions before receiving healthcare that could save them a lot of money. Eight in 10 Americans are more worried about running out of money than dying, according to a recent study. Yet many older adults aren’t aware of two Medicare provisions that could have a big impact on […] Society of Certified Senior Advisors
James Irwin, CSA
James Irwin, CSA