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CSA Journal 51
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Visions from the Circle,
Karin M. Lazarus
About the Cover Artist
For textile artist Beverly Bigtree, working with fabric comes from her soul. She embraces and celebrates her heritage and wide-ranging life experiences through colors, textures, and designs that connect to the spirit of the natural world. |
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CSA Journal 50
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The Art of Travel,
Karin M. Lazarus
About the Cover Artist
For artist Diane Wood, a life of travel and adventure shapes a diverse, sophisticated portfolio. |
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EMERGING TRENDS & CRITICAL ISSUES
A Good Time to Be a CSA
by Laurie Bassi, Ed Frauenheim, and Dan McMurrer
EARN CSA CE CREDITS: CASE IN POINT
How to Help Clients Cope with Loss: Contemporary Insights into Grief
by Jane W. Barton
Case Study: Facing the Holidays as a "Married Single"
by Jane W. Barton
Handout for Senior Clients - Hope for the Holidays: How to Cope When You're Grieving
by Jane W. Barton |
HEALTH & SOCIAL
Conquer the Blended Family Long-Term Care Tensions
by Jim McCabe
The Latest Alzheimer's Research Reveals Surprises
by Paul A. Bell
FINANCIAL & LEGAL
Medicare Myths Unraveled
by Nancy A. Dykeman
Add a New "Must" Professional to Your Network
by Debbie Reinberg
Moderate-Income Seniors Can Also Leave a Charitable Legacy
by Frank Vidin |
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Artist on a Divine Mission,
Karin M. Lazarus
About
the Cover Artist
The confluence of art, nature, and religion shaped the childhood of Stephen Hoy. Now
in his seventies, Hoy draws on the memories and values from his youth to create dazzling
works of art. |
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EMERGING TRENDS & CRITICAL ISSUES
In Pursuit of Significance
by Richard H. Gentzler, Jr.
EARN CSA CE CREDITS: CASE IN POINT
A CSAs Guide to Advance Directives: Helping Seniors Plan
by Jennifer Ballentine
Case Study: When a Client's Family Faces the Toughest Choice
by Jennifer Ballentine
Handout for Senior Clients - Advance Care Planning: What You Need to Know
by Jennifer Ballentine
HEALTH & SOCIAL
Untying the "Nots" of Aging
by Jim McCabe |
What to Do When Clients Are Reluctant to Share
by Helen C. Gutierrez, Douglas A. Hershey, and Paul Gerrans
Can They Hear You Now?
by Mary Romelfanger
FINANCIAL & LEGAL
How to Support Seniors if the IRS Comes Calling
by Beanna Whitlock
Estate Tax Planning in a Climate of Uncertainty
by V. Raymond Ferrara
Navigating Clients' Many Options for Charitable Giving
by Frank Vidin |
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A Thirst for the Unseen,
Susan Barmon
About
the Cover Artist
Photographer Susan Barmon captures natural and manmade objects
with the lens and transforms them into something more than
still life. Her photographic "documentaries," too,
give viewers a glimpse into settings they would otherwise
never experience. |
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The Hospice Option; Choosing the
Proactive Health
by Cheryl L. Courtney, M.A.
It is Easy Being Green; Seniors Take an Active
Interest in Environmental Issues
by Laraine Jablon, BA, MA
Senior Activism; Expressing Your Opinion
by Laraine Jablon, BA, MA
Make Yourself Comfortable; Comfort Food Gets
a Makeover
by Karin M. Lazarus, BFA
Listening When Your Body Talks; Taking Care
of "Small" Things Can Prevent Serious Consequences
by Cheryl L. Courtney, M.A. |
Alzheimer's Disease; Current Trends
in Research and Treatment
by Cheryl L. Courtney, M.A.
Lessening the Financial Burden of Alzheimer's;
Tax Breaks Can Ease Strain on Caregivers
by Lisa Pere, BA
Financial Resolutions; End-of-Year Check and
Balances
by Lisa Pere, BA
Supporting the Senior Caregiver;
Minimizing Stress and Caregiver Burnout
by Kim Murdock
Senior Focus; News and Views about Seniors
and CSAs
by SCSA |
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CSA Journal 47 |
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Soul, Spirit, and Grace, Max Gimblett
About
the Cover Artist
New Zealand-born Max Gimblett is a Rinzai Buddhist monk who
infuses themes of Zen Buddhism, Christianity, mythology, the
environment, and the central concept of yin and yang into
all his abstract pieces. Inspired by his own spiritual transformation,
this self-taught and published artist exhibits his work worldwide. |
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Exploring Resources for Seniors
to Stay in their Homes
by Cheryl L. Courtney, M.A.
Depression of Dementia: Sorting Out the Symptoms
by Cheryl L. Courtney, M.A.
Another Chance at Romance: A Senior's Guide
to Dating
by Kim Murdock
Long-Term Care and Family Decision-Making
by Marlene S. Stum, Ph.D.
Health Nuts: Benefit Health and Add Flavor
by Karin M. Lazarus, BFA |
Personal Fitness Devices: Coaching
Seniors Toward Better Health
by Susan Ayers Walker
Create income in Retirement, Part 2: Cash-Flow
Planning
by Raymond Ferrara, CFP, CSA
Financing Long-Term Care: Factors to Consider
by Marlene S. Stum, Ph.D.
Getting Back to the Garden: Seniors Benefitting
from Nature
by Laraine Joblon, BA, MA
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Gulls, Aileen Malcom
About
the Cover Artist
Aileen Malcolm's playful, passionate pieces have found homes
in both public exhibitions and private homes. This issue's
cover piece, "Tortola Birds" watercolor and pen,
11" x 15" was painted in 2004. |
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The Best Medicine: The Health Benefits
of Laughter
by Maryjo Morgan
Talk the Walk: Dignity Language and Its Place
in Caregiving
by Jan Vinita White, Ph.D., CSA
Internet Scams and FlimFlams
by Susan Ayers Walker, BSEE, MSCS
Sundown Syndrome: a Primer
by Lois G. Tager, BS, MEd, CSA
SilverSneakers: Active Aging
by Laraine Jablon, BA, MA
In Your Dreams! Top Tips for a Good Night's
Sleep
by Karin M. Lazarus, BFA
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Avoiding the Fall: Tips for Keeping
on Your Feet
by Cheryl L. Courtney, MA
Tax Time: Seven Tips for Selecting a Tax Preparer
by Beanna J. Whitlock, EA, CSA
Creating a Comfortable Retirement, Part 1
by Raymond Ferrara, CFP, CSA
Are You Missing Out? Lesser Known Benefits
Go Unclaimed
by Catherine Conlan
Food for Thought: Brain Teasers
by Laraine Jablon, BA, MA
Bounce Back: Seniors Can Increase Their Resiliency
by Kim Murdock, MBA |
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Luminous Vision, Jill Tattersall
About
the Cover Artist
This month's CSA Journal features Christmas Market Scene,
Jill Tattersall's 2009 10" x 14" watercolor. |
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Relax, Relate, Release; How Retreats
Can Benefit Seniors
by Kim Murdock, MBA
Foster Grandparent Program; Seniors and Kids
Making a Difference
by Laraine Jablon, BA, MA
Too Close for Comfort? Tips on Creating a Safe
and Happy Multigenerational Home, Part 2
by Stephanie Ericson
Managing Multiple Medications; Steps to Minimize
the Risk
by Kim Murdock, MBA
Fit to a Tea; Good Health is in the Bag
by Karin M. Lazarus, BFA
Healthy Complements; The Role of Alternative
Healthcare Options
by Laraine Jablon, BA, MA |
Fighting the Flu; Facts vs. Fiction
by Cheryl L. Courtney, MA
Medicare 2010; Changes in Store
by Catherine Conlan
The Next Career; Can a Hobby Be Good Business?
by Victoria Hanley
Catch the SHIPS; Health Insurance Counseling
by Cheryl L. Courtney, MA
Young@Heart; Creativity at the Heart of Healthy
Aging
by Maryjo Morgan
Senior Who Make A Difference; Lupe Duran: Overcoming
Obstacles
by Carol Dovi O'Dwyer, CSA |
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No Reservations, The Art of Gail Bruce
About
the Cover Artist
This issue's cover features Bruce's 2009 30" x 20"
acrylic on canvas painting Remembering Grandfather |
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Don't Stop Now; Adventure After
50
by Laraine Jablon, BA, MA
Home is Where the Heart Is; Assessing the Array
of Independent Living Options
by Theresa Markley Brion, JD, CFP
Elderhostel; From Alaska to Zimbabwe
by Laraine Jablon, BA, MA
Safe Travels; The Time is Now!
by Kim Murdock, MBA
Meaningful Connections; Home Monitoring Variations
by Susan Ayers Walker
Lookin' Good; Eating for Healthy Vision
by Karin M. Lazarus, BFA
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I Don't Want to Talk About it!
Overcoming Resistance to Planning Ahead
by Nancy A. Dykeman, CSA, CLTC
Identify Theft First Aid; Essential Steps to
Minimize the Damage
by Vicki Kasomenakis, CPA, CFP, CSA
Making a Move; Considerations when Changing
States
by Theresa Markley Brion, JD, CFP
Too Close for Comfort? Tips on Merging Multigenerational
Households, Part 1
by Stephanie Ericson
Midlife College; Learning to Launch an Encore
Career
by Jan Vinita White, Ph.D., CSA
Seniors Who Make a Difference; Louise Alley:
Setting a Vision
by Carol Dovi O'Dwyer, CSA
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