Hebrew SeniorLife Blog
Tips and resources to help you navigate the joys and challenges of aging, from Boston's trusted expert in senior care.
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.
Can a Couple with Different Care Needs Live Together in Independent or Assisted Living?
What to do when you disagree about making a change
10 Tips to Protect Seniors from Being Scammed
Common scams to watch out for and what to do about them.
Sundowning: Late-Day Confusion in People with Dementia
People with dementia or cognitive impairment may become confused, irritable, or aggressive at the end of the day. Learn how to help.
When Is It Time for a Cane or Walker?
Learn about mobility aids for seniors and why you might consider using one.
Hebrew SeniorLife’s 10 Top Blog Posts of 2025
A look back at some of this year’s favorite reads.
What is a Continuing Care Retirement Community?
Learn about the unique continuum of care this all-in-one senior living option offers.
Talking with Siblings About Your Aging Parent
Common sources of conflict and how to have a conversation around resolving them.
Easing Seasonal Tensions: A Guide to Holiday Stress Relief for Seniors
Learn to recognize warning signs and how to help keep the season festive.
7 Science-Backed Health Benefits of Friendship for Older Adults
Learn how friendship and social connection can lead to a healthier, happier, longer life.
