Hebrew SeniorLife Blog

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

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

What is a Long-Term Chronic Care Hospital?

Tammy Retalic, M.S., RN July 27, 2020

two women sit at table and look at computer

Telehealth Tips for Patients

Jeff Cramer July 17, 2020

A male resident sits and puts together a puzzle with two young female volunteers

Family Support After a Dementia Diagnosis

A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia affects the entire family

Lori Feldman, LICSW

Lori Feldman, LICSW July 14, 2020

A female NewBridge resident sits in a garden with her dog.

Safer Senior Living in Uncertain Times

Jeff Cramer July 7, 2020

A NewBridge employee wears PPE while checking a resident's vitals.

Improving Communication for Seniors While Wearing a Mask

Leesa Burke, MA, FAAA

Leesa Burke, MA, FAAA June 26, 2020

Rabbi Sara Paasche-Orlow sits in a chair and holds a patients hand while talking to her

What Caregivers Should Know About Dementia and Hospitalization

Nadia Ali, M.D.

Nadia Ali, M.D. June 19, 2020

An elder woman wearing a pink shirt sits around a table outside and talks with another woman.

Five Tips for a Successful Reunion Visit with a Loved One

Jeff Cramer June 15, 2020

An elder male sits and smiles at a laptop while sitting in a library

Tips to Avoid Coronavirus Scams Targeting Seniors

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Rachel Lerner, Esquire June 2, 2020

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