Hebrew SeniorLife

10/23/2026

Thank you to everyone who “let the good times roll” earlier this week at City Winery Boston for EngAGE 2026, Hebrew SeniorLife’s sold-out annual fundraiser. The event took on a Mardi Gras flair thanks to entertainment from Preservation Hall Jazz Band, which got attendees up and dancing!

The event honored Board Member Harold Kotler, who has been a volunteer leader at Hebrew SeniorLife for three decades. He and his wife, Rabbi Jamie Kotler, also named the Kotler H.E.L.P. Fund, which gives emergency help to Hebrew SeniorLife employees facing a crisis. Harold is also founder-chairman and chief investment officer of GW&K Investment Management.

President and CEO Adam Scott outlined some of Hebrew SeniorLife’s recent accomplishments, including our affordable housing expansion and establishment of the Lunder CareForce Institute, along with highlights from Hebrew SeniorLife’s new strategic plan, which will help us reach thousands more older adults in their homes, communities, and care settings.

One of the highlights of the night came from Emilie Metellus, a nurse practitioner. She shared stories from her journey at Hebrew SeniorLife, which began when her mother got a job at Hebrew Rehabilitation Center. Emilie herself went on to work in many roles with us as she pursued her education, including in the kitchen, as a CNA, a charge nurse, and now as an instructor at our Lunder CareForce Initiative. Her growth was supported by donor-funded scholarships.

“With each role, my purpose became clearer: to advocate for people who are vulnerable in the health care system, to listen, help them understand their options, and act on their behalf when they needed support,” she said. “Standing here today, I’m grateful for the relationships, the opportunities, and the people who help me imagine what could come next.”

We’re so grateful to all our EngAGE sponsors and attendees, whose generosity is helping us build a world where aging is defined by possibility, not limitation.

10/23/2026

10/22/2026

As heating season begins across New England, public resources help many older adults cover the cost of staying warm. But a new analysis co-authored by Amir Baniassadi, PhD, assistant scientist II at the Hinda and Arthur Marcus Institute for Aging Research, finds that comparable protections are limited when the danger runs in the opposite direction: extreme heat.

Published in Public Policy & Aging Report, the analysis shows that air conditioning alone isn’t enough to keep older adults safe as heat waves become more frequent and severe. Rising utility costs, repair expenses, mobility limitations, and lack of awareness of available resources leave many at risk. That includes older buildings in cities like Boston, which were designed to hold in heat during harsh winters.

“Air conditioning only protects people if they can afford to run it, maintain it, and use it safely,” said Baniassadi.

The authors call for policies tailored to each region’s climate and housing, including stronger renter protections, indoor temperature standards, and expanded utility assistance for cooling. That planning is worth starting now, well before next summer’s heat arrives.

This research was supported by the National Institute on Aging, part of the National Institutes of Health. Public investment in science makes discoveries like this possible — advancing care and helping older adults live healthier, more independent lives.

Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/4zFWTkW

10/21/2026

Caring for a loved one living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia can feel like carrying the weight of the world on your own. NewBridge on the Charles Resident Support Advisor Lori Feldman, a licensed clinical social worker, joined Canton Community Television’s “In the Spotlight” to talk about how caregivers can find the support they need.

Feldman, who leads a caregiver support group at NewBridge, discussed:

✅ How support groups help caregivers feel less alone, and how to find the right fit
✅ Ways to prevent burnout, including respite options such as home health aides and adult day health programs
✅ Memory cafes, which are relaxed gatherings for people with memory changes and the people who care for them
✅ Navigating the role reversal when an adult child begins caring for a parent
✅ Trusted resources, including the Alzheimer’s Association’s 24-hour helpline

Watch the full interview ➡️ https://bit.ly/4jASJX3

10/20/2026

Hot flashes may be the best-known sign of menopause, but dropping estrogen levels also affect something you can’t see: your bones.

Osteoporosis has no symptoms in its early stages, which is why it’s often called a “silent disease.” Many women learn they have it only after a fracture. Approximately half of women over 50 will break a bone due to osteoporosis.

Douglas P. Kiel, MD, MPH, director of the Musculoskeletal Research Center at the Hinda and Arthur Marcus Institute for Aging Research, explains what women should know, including:

✅ Why bone loss speeds up after menopause
✅ When to get screened, and what a DEXA scan and FRAX assessment can tell you
✅ How medications can build new bone or protect the bone you have, and why it’s never too late to start treatment
✅ Why a first fracture should lead to a plan to prevent the next one

Our outpatient clinic at Hebrew Rehabilitation Center in Boston offers bone density testing and follow-up care for older adults throughout Greater Boston.

Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/4jwqdWl

10/19/2026

The wait is over! 🎬🍿 Jack Satter House residents are back with their 2027 calendar, “Classics Never Age,” and it’s now on sale!

This year, residents stepped into Hollywood’s most beloved films and restaged famous movie posters with a twist all their own. Flip through the year to find “Vintage Barbie,” “Still Dirty Dancing,” “Forrest (Not So) Grump,” “Grease: Still Lightnin’,” “Mamma Mia! The Queens Are Still Dancing,” “Merry Poppins: Practically Perfect at Any Age,” “When Harry Met Granny,” and more. Every scene stars Jack Satter House residents, who bring their own humor, personality, and star power to these Hollywood classics.

Calendars are $15 each, and all proceeds support the Jack Satter Tenants Association, which funds social events and community-building activities that enrich the lives of residents. Order yours today ➡️ https://bit.ly/3YNEwur

10/16/2026

👏 Congratulations to Rabbi Lior Nevo, who has earned an Honorable Mention for the 2026 Schwartz Compassionate Caregiver Award from the Schwartz Center for Compassionate Healthcare!

The award honors health care professionals who show extraordinary empathy, unwavering support, and exceptional care for patients and their families. Out of a highly competitive pool of nominations from across the health care community, Rabbi Nevo’s dedication stood out as an exemplary model of compassionate care.

Rabbi Nevo did all of her chaplaincy training through Hebrew SeniorLife’s Clinical Pastoral Education program. This latest honor follows the Heart and Hands Award she received from LeadingAge Massachusetts in 2025.

“We are deeply honored and privileged to learn of the wonderful work Lior does,” said Olivia Gebski, community experience manager at the Schwartz Center.

Thank you, Rabbi Nevo, for the comfort and care you bring to the people you serve and their families every day. 💙

Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/3WomYGQ

10/15/2026

Looking for a full-time, part-time, or per diem LPN role where you'll feel valued? Walk-In Wednesdays continue at Hebrew Rehabilitation Center in Dedham and Roslindale! Skip the application process, meet directly with a nurse manager, and potentially have a job offer within days.

As an LPN at Hebrew Rehabilitation Center, you’ll care for older adults while gaining:

✔️ Full benefits for those working 24+ hours/week
✔️ Continuous growth, tuition reimbursement
✔️ Flexible and predictable schedules, including weekend-only options
✔️ Life-changing connections with patients and families
✔️ Free parking and MBTA shuttle
✔️ Sign-on bonuses for full- and part-time hires

Upcoming dates for Walk-In Interviews from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. include the following Wednesdays:

Dedham: October 21, November 4, November 25, and December 9 at 7000 Great Meadow Rd

Roslindale: October 28, November 18, December 2, and December 16 at 1200 Centre St.

Please bring: photo ID, current nursing license, nursing certifications, and resume. We look forward to meeting you!

For more information on all of our open nursing career opportunities, visit https://bit.ly/4oJcZWH or email [email protected]

10/14/2026

There's a fun (and delicious) new addition to the student lounge at Lunder CareForce Institute. Tammy's Table features snacks, quick meals, toiletries, and other essentials — even diapers, for babies at home. Students can take what they need, no questions asked.

Tammy's Table is named in honor of Tammy Retalic, DNP, MS, RN, Hebrew SeniorLife's longtime chief nursing officer and vice president of patient care services. She also helped create Lunder CareForce Institute in March 2025 and served as its executive vice president until her retirement in May 2026. One of Tammy’s passions is helping to remove the barriers that can sometimes get in the way of people achieving personal and career growth — a belief that led the Lunder CareForce Institute team to name this resource in her honor.

10/13/2026

Not all stress is bad stress, but when it lingers, it can take a real toll on older adults.

Many older adults handle short-term stress well, thanks to life experience and resilience. Long-term stress is harder on the body. In older adults, the stress hormone cortisol surges higher and takes longer to return to normal, which can affect memory, heart health, and more.

The good news is that small steps add up. Tips from Jeffrey Geissler, health and fitness specialist at NewBridge on the Charles, include moving your body (even a walk around the building counts!), eating a balanced diet, prioritizing sleep, considering a pet, and leaning on your social network.

Learn more ➡️ https://bit.ly/3HlbgC9