Hebrew SeniorLife Blog
Tips and resources to help you navigate the joys and challenges of aging, from Boston's trusted expert in senior care.
Why Measuring Frailty in Older Adults Translates to Better Health Care
Discover how a frailty score helps doctors make better clinical decisions and what you can do to influence your frailty level.
Memory Clinics: What To Expect and What To Look For
Learn about the value of receiving care from a multidisciplinary team and what to expect from your first appointment.
Understanding the Difference Between Palliative Care and Hospice Care
Get answers to some of the most asked questions about these types of care.
What Matters to People Living With Dementia and Their Caregivers?
Discover what’s important to people with dementia and their caregivers in their own words.
At-Home Clinical Trials Are Making Research More Accessible
Learn about participating in research opportunities from your home.
What Vaccines Do Seniors Need?
The five vaccines that are important for maintaining good health as you age.
Sleep and Rising Temperatures: The Hidden Impact of Climate Change on Older Adults
Amir Baniassadi, PhD, researches environmental health, and in particular, the health and well-being of older adults within the built environment.
Treating Depression with TMS: A Story of Success
John Bengel, 78, suffered from depression all his life. Transcranial magnetic stimulation at the Deanna and Sidney Wolk Center for Memory Health gave him a new start.
Guardianship for Seniors in Massachusetts
The legal process that helps protect those who can no longer care for themselves