Education on Aging for All Ages

Happy Mother's Day

This time of year often brings reflection—on the women who shaped us, supported us, and continue to inspire the way we care for others.

For many families, Mother’s Day also sparks important conversations:
How do we help Mom stay independent?
What does her future look like?
How can we support her without disrupting her financial security?

These are the moments where your role as a Financial Professional becomes invaluable.

Pioneering LJI scientists Erica Ollmann Saphire and Mitchell Kronenberg elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences

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Your nose is a battlefield

The FluMist influenza vaccine can activate protective immune cells hidden deep within the nasal passages

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Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures, an annual report released by the Alzheimer's Association, reveals the burden of Alzheimer's and dementia on individuals, caregivers, government and the nation's health care system.


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2026 SNAP Benefit Changes: Breaking Down Upcoming Changes to CalFresh

On July 4, 2025, the federal government made sweeping changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), known locally as CalFresh. These SNAP benefit changes will start to take effect in April 2026. There are three major phases this year that directly impact eligibility and how the program is funded.

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Video podcast interview with neuroscientist Rusty Gage, discussing how movement shapes cognitive health across a lifetime.

Inc. published a story about our memory research, featuring Kay Tye

Sreekanth Chalasani received up to $41.3M from ARPA-H to advance his noninvasive therapy, sonogenetics.

Terrence Sejnowski won the inaugural World Digital Technology Academy Scientific Breakthrough Award

NIH published a story about our food allergy research, featuring Jamie Blum

Associated Press published a story about our genome-informed restoration research, featuring Todd Michael

CBS 8 published a story (with video) about our drought/crop resilience research, featuring Joseph Ecker
How to Open a Donor Advised Fund

Getting started with charitable giving does not have to be complicated. A few simple steps can create a meaningful impact, whether you are making your first gift or planning ahead. We are here to make it clear, thoughtful, and easy to begin.
Reach out to Lindsay Langford at lindsay@rsffoundation.org today.


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When it comes to pediatric brain surgery, precision is everything. At Rady Children's Health San Diego, neurosurgeons use advanced imaging & navigation technology to operate with remarkable accuracy – helping protect critical functions like speech, movement & vision in children. 🧠 Led by Dr. Michael Levy, Chief of Pediatric Neurosurgery, the team performs 600+ brain & spine procedures each year, treating complex conditions including tumors, epilepsy & rare vascular cases such as brain aneurysms. Pediatric neurosurgeon Dr. Jillian Plonsker is also advancing the field through research reviewing nearly two decades of pediatric aneurysm care to better understand what improves outcomes. Innovation, experience & research are helping move care forward – so children can get safer treatment & families can feel more confident in the journey ahead.

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The Power of 60
Every Gift Moves Us Forward

For 60 years, Autism Society San Diego has supported individuals with autism and their families through trusted resources, meaningful programs, advocacy, and community connection.

This month, we invite you to be part of our #Give60 Campaign.
DONATE

Cox Communications today announced a $100,000 grant

to TERI (Training Education & Resource Institute) to accelerate the completion of the TERI

Campus of Life in San Marcos.


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July 24th 2026
Golf Tournament
Join us as a player and/or sponsor and help Alabaster Jar Project continue to make a difference in the lives of domestic survivors of Human Sex Trafficking.


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Quote of the Month

“Life doesn’t come with a manual—it comes with a mother.”—Unknown

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A Life Insurance Policy Can Help Pay For Long Term Care Needs

A life insurance policy is an asset that you own. As with any asset, it can be sold. Yet few people know this option exists.


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Charitable giving:what is first, the donation or the legacy? 

When making a major gift, is legacy part of the conversation or an afterthought? Just a yes or no to sharing your estate with a college, hospital, religious or youth group, animals, veterans, or any other worthwhile charity.

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Happy to share Our Book:

"Sassafras Street: Human Connection Through the Eyes of Caregivers"

Discover the raw, unfiltered heart that beats at the center of the health-care experience.


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Millennials protected under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act: Here’s how you can recognize this illegal act…yes, it’s illegal!

Today’s topic focuses on the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA).

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Memory Care Options for Seniors With Dementia

Seniors with dementia do not all need the same type of support. Some can continue living at home with the right help, while others benefit from the structure, supervision, and specialized environment of a memory care community.
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Most San Diego homeowners don't realize their backyard worth $2,000+ a month.

Help your clients create a residual income.


We do everything from simple garage conversions to larger multifamily projects. On the smaller end, a well-executed ADU in San Diego can add $300K-$500K in property value and generate solid rental income. On the larger end, I have a 15-unit project on our website that shows what's possible on the right lot with the right approach.

Drescher: A 15-Unit Development

Estrella Ave: 3-Unit Build

Greenbrier: 1 Unit Build

Every project starts the same way - we run a real feasibility analysis before anyone spends a dollar on design. If it doesn't pencil, we say so. If it does, we put together a plan and execute it.

 

You can see more at hkdevelopmentgroup.com.
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Senior Life Source

Senior Life Source (SLS) is a registered 501c3 Non-Profit Organization. It was founded by a group of professionals that are passionate about serving people of all ages who are facing aging issues throughout the greater San Diego area. SLS focuses on educating the public through interactive panels & workshops held at familiar, easy to access locations in all communities and online. Through our educational events, we provide competent and objective advice on many topics that will enhance the quality of life for those we serve.


Senior Life Source (SLS) is a sister company of Retirement In Reverse. It was created to provide Education on Aging for All Ages. This newsletter's goal is to help you understand and support your clients on the challenges they are facing as they age.

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