Hebrew SeniorLife Blog
Tips and resources to help you navigate the joys and challenges of aging, from Boston's trusted expert in senior care.
The Benefits of Speech-Language Pathology for Seniors
Learn more about how speech-language pathologists specializing in the care of seniors can help with communication skills, cognitive function, and swallowing.
Stories of What Matters Most: Honoring the Person Behind the Medical Chart
Adding patients’ life stories to their medical records helps keep their voices, values, and priorities at the heart of their care.
Considering Testosterone Therapy? This Is What Research Shows
TRT can benefit some older adults, but advertising often overpromises the results it can deliver.
What Is a Long-Term Chronic Care Hospital?
Learn what long-term chronic care hospitals are and the type of care they offer.
7 Jewish Values That Guide Compassionate Hospice Care for All
Learn how these seven values align with person-centered hospice care for people of all backgrounds.
What Matters Most in Advance Care Planning: Conversations with Loved Ones
Learn how to choose someone you trust to speak on your behalf and how to have conversations that prepare them for that role.
Debunking 5 Misconceptions About Hospice Care
Breaking down the facts behind some of the most common misconceptions about hospice care.
Recognizing the Signs of Delirium During Hospitalization in Older Adults
Understand delirium and the steps you can take to support a loved one during and after a hospital stay.
How Hospice Volunteers Support Patients and Families When it Matters Most
Learn how compassionate hospice volunteers at Hebrew SeniorLife make a difference at the end of life.
Improving Support for Families When a Loved One with Dementia Needs Surgery
New research highlights how families affected by dementia make surgical decisions — and how care teams can better support them.
