Hebrew SeniorLife Blog

Tips and resources to help you navigate the joys and challenges of aging, from Boston's trusted expert in senior care.

Masked resident works out with an HSL trainer.

Three Exercises to Stay Fit and Active at Home

Jeff Cramer September 25, 2020

A group of Hebrew SeniorLife staff members stand together while wearing their PPE.

Tips for Choosing a Skilled Nursing Facility after Surgery or Illness

Francis Kibugi, RN September 18, 2020

A patient smiles while walking down a hallway with a staff member at HRC Roslindale.

Making Hospitals Safer for Older Patients

New study shows physical activity in the hospital can improve outcomes.

Sharon Inouye, M.D., M.P.H.

Sharon K. Inouye, M.D., M.P.H. September 11, 2020

A couple sits and enjoys a meal together.

Can a couple with different care needs live together in independent or assisted living?

Catherine Couture

Catherine Couture, LICSW, MPH September 4, 2020

HRC Roslindale Security Team delivered flowers to staff during COVID-19.

Standing Together for Racial Justice

Louis J. Woolf August 17, 2020

Assisted Living vs Independent Living

Five Differences Between Independent Living and Assisted Living

Tara Fleming-Caruso, MA, LMHC

Tara Fleming Caruso, MA, LMHC August 10, 2020

A NewBridge resident waters his vegetables in our raised garden beds

How the MIND Diet Could Help Prevent Dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease

Alvaro Pascual-Leone, M.D.

Alvaro Pascual-Leone, M.D., Ph.D. August 6, 2020

A woman walks down a path holding a dog leash in one hand and a walking stick in the other.

Why Do People With Dementia Wander?

Tips to manage wandering and keep your loved one safe.

Alvaro Pascual-Leone, M.D.

Alvaro Pascual-Leone, M.D., Ph.D. August 5, 2020

A male doctor talks with older woman using walker in Hebrew Rehabilitation Center hallway

What is a Long-Term Chronic Care Hospital?

Tammy Retalic, RN July 27, 2020

Alegria Cohen looks through a binder full of patient diet preferences with another woman.

What Foods Help Your Immune System?

Alegria Cohen, MS, RD, LDN July 24, 2020

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