Hebrew SeniorLife Blog
Tips and resources to help you navigate the joys and challenges of aging, from Boston's trusted expert in senior care.
Empowering Older Adults: How to Advocate for Yourself at the Doctor's Office
Get a geriatrician’s advice on preparing for appointments so you can make the most of your time with your doctor.
Five Reasons Why Now is a Good Time to Move to a Senior Living Community
Discover why so many older adults wish they’d moved earlier.
Practical Self-Care for Caregivers: How to Make Your Well-Being a Priority
Tapping into available resources is essential to finding time to take care of yourself.
6 Ways Senior Living Is Like Summer Camp for Older Adults
You can experience your favorite parts of summer camp all over again at the right senior living community.
Neglect in Older Adults: Spotting the Signs and Taking Action
Learn about neglect — including self-neglect — and how you can become an elder abuse prevention advocate.
Finding Balance: The Benefits of Tai Chi for Seniors and How to Start
Read about the research-backed ways tai chi can improve your health and learn what to expect.
Planning and Finding Support After a Dementia Diagnosis
Learn how geriatric social workers can help guide you forward in the wake of an Alzheimer’s disease or dementia diagnosis.
Dysphagia in Seniors: What It Is and What You Should Know
Learn why some older adults develop difficulty swallowing and what signs to watch out for.
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.
Navigating Changing Parent-Child Relationship Dynamics in Older Adulthood
Learn how to communicate effectively as you adapt to the role reversal that comes with caregiving.
