Hebrew SeniorLife Blog

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

Hear from two families about what it’s like to have a loved one at Hebrew Rehabilitation Center during COVID-19.

Family Perspectives on Long-Term Chronic Care During a Pandemic

Jeff Cramer October 7, 2020

A HSL employee smiles while she receives a flu shot.

Why Getting a Flu Shot This Year is More Important Than Ever

Jeff Cramer October 2, 2020

A Home Health worker helps a patient adjust her pant legs

Three Ways Home Care Can Help Seniors Avoid Hospital Readmission

Advice for how to stay healthy at home from the experts at Hebrew SeniorLife Home Health.

Maureen T. Bannan, RN September 30, 2020

Masked resident works out with an HSL trainer.

Three Exercises to Stay Fit and Active at Home

Jeff Cramer September 25, 2020

A group of Hebrew SeniorLife staff members stand together while wearing their PPE.

Tips for Choosing a Skilled Nursing Facility after Surgery or Illness

Francis Kibugi, RN September 18, 2020

A patient smiles while walking down a hallway with a staff member at HRC Roslindale.

Making Hospitals Safer for Older Patients

New study shows physical activity in the hospital can improve outcomes.

Sharon K. Inouye, M.D., M.P.H. September 11, 2020

HRC Roslindale Security Team delivered flowers to staff during COVID-19.

Standing Together for Racial Justice

Louis J. Woolf August 17, 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., 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 B. Retalic, DNP, MS, RN July 27, 2020

two women sit at table and look at computer

Telehealth Tips for Patients

Jeff Cramer July 17, 2020