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

How to Collect Your Family’s Stories
The stories of your loved ones are your own stories too.
Depression in Seniors
Learn about the symptoms, why depression can be harder to treat in older adults, and new treatments that can help.
Training an Unpaid Army of Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregivers
Dementia and Alzheimer’s care often begins at home with family members assuming the responsibility of caring for their loved ones.
Caring for Your Aging Parent in Your Retirement Years
The advantages of being an older caregiver and tips on how to navigate the challenges.
Beyond Words: More Ways to Communicate with Someone with Dementia
By using all five senses, we can create a sensory experience to engage with someone with dementia.
Medicare Basics Explained
Understanding your Medicare options and when and how to enroll
Seven Myths about Senior Living
Whether it’s that retirement communities are only for “old” people or that you’ll live in a tiny apartment, we’ve heard all the misconceptions about retirement communities and we’re here to tell you why they’re wrong.
How to Talk to Your Parents About Getting Older
Tips for overcoming the discomfort of discussing your parent’s health with them.
What is a Neuropsychological Evaluation?
Learn why a neuropsychological exam is recommended, how testing is done, and what you’ll learn from the results.