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

Three Ways Home Care Can Help Older Adults Avoid Hospital Readmission
Advice for how to stay healthy at home from the experts at Hebrew SeniorLife Home Health.
10 Tips to Protect Seniors from Being Scammed
Common scams to watch out for and what to do about them.
How Home Temperature Affects Cognitive Function in Older Adults
Understand how your home’s temperature can impact attention and learn about potential solutions.
Measuring Freezing of Gait: The Role of Smart Technology in Advancing Parkinson’s Research
Technology has the potential to enhance Parkinson’s care by improving medication management and fall risk detection.
Cultivating Wellness: Summer Gardening Tips for Older Adults
Learn how gardening nurtures multiple dimensions of your health and how to create a safe and enjoyable garden space.
Aging Strong: Why Strength Training Is Essential for Older Adults
Read about strength training’s crucial role in preventing age-related muscle loss.
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.
When Should Seniors Stop Driving? How and When To Have the Talk
Learn the signs it’s time to stop driving and how to talk to a loved one if they should no longer be driving.
The Hazard of Hoarding Among Seniors
Why hoarding is a threat to senior health and safety
Climate Change and Heat Resilience in Older Adults
Learn how individuals and communities can take steps to adapt to rising temperatures