Blogs James Irwin, CSA Certified Senior Advisor® Society of Certified Senior AdvisorsAutomating Pet Care with the Latest Tech for Cat and Dog Parents May 8, 2026 Today's pet care gadgets make playtime and mealtime a breeze. Smart home technology isn’t just for humans. From automated litter boxes to food bowls to pet doors, today’s pet care is high tech. That’s good news for seniors and people with mobility considerations, because these gadgets help reduce the repetitive motions that come with caring for […] Tara SchumannAsk These Ten Questions to Save Money on Prescriptions May 8, 2026 Asking the right questions could help you shrink your next prescription bill. The cost of medication seems to keep rising, but there are small actions consumers can take to nudge those prescription costs in a downward direction. Before you fill your next script, ask yourself these ten questions. 1. Am I getting the generic version of […] Tara SchumannOn Trend: IV Therapy Drips May 7, 2026 Can intravenous vitamin therapy boost energy and immunity? Ah, a day at the spa: the sauna, a massage, a facial…and an IV drip? Increasingly, around the country, medical spas and other wellness providers are offering vitamin or nutritional intravenous therapy. What’s behind the trend, and what should seniors know?What Is IV Therapy?IV therapy involves intravenous treatments […] Tara SchumannOne Drink: Too Many? Alcohol and the Aging Brain May 7, 2026 In light of new research on alcohol-related dementia and other risks, health-conscious people are re-evaluating their drinking choices--especially after 65. Well, it may not be the news we wanted, but it’s the news we needed. If you haven’t yet heard, contrary to prior research, no amount of alcohol is good for our health. Even moderate […] Tara SchumannFour Ways to Support AAPI Clients and Families May 5, 2026 Celebrating and serving older adults during Asian American clients and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Every May, the U.S. celebrates the contributions and cultures of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders during AAPI Heritage Month. The AAPI community is one of the most diverse in the country, encompassing people with roots in dozens of countries across East Asia, […] Tara SchumannFamous & 65 May 5, 2026 Look who's turning 65 this monthFind out which celebrities are turning 65 this month!May 6This silver-haired leading man first charmed TV audiences as Dr. Doug Ross on ER before becoming one of Hollywood's biggest stars. Starting in 2000, he starred in a series of blockbusters including Ocean's Eleven; O Brother, Where Art Thou?; Michael Clayton; […] Tara SchumannFrom 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 Schumann
James Irwin, CSA
James Irwin, CSA