💊 GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro are making headlines for their impact on weight loss and diabetes — but what do older adults need to know before starting them? In our latest blog, Hebrew SeniorLife geriatrician Dr. Matthew Shuster breaks down: 🔬 How these medications work ❤️‍🩹 Benefits beyond weight loss ⚠️ Risks and side effects specific to older adults 🥗 Why diet, exercise, and monitoring matter more than ever GLP-1 drugs can be powerful, but for older adults, the key is a personalized, well-monitored approach. Read more from Dr. Shuster and learn how our outpatient nutrition therapy program can support your health goals. Learn more 👉🏿 (fb)

🌟 Introducing our Nurse of the Year, Klotilda Xhuti, RN, and Certified Nursing Assistant of the Year, Jean Regis, CNA! Klotilda provides exceptional care at Hebrew Rehabilitation Center in Boston, while Jean brings compassion and dedication to patients at NewBridge on the Charles in Dedham. Both were honored at this year’s Hebrew SeniorLife Achievements in Nursing Excellence event. The celebration also spotlighted four outstanding nursing team members who shared their inspiring career journeys and experiences with Hebrew SeniorLife’s education and training opportunities: 👨🏾‍⚕️ Daniel Anisfeld, patient care associate, spoke about his career path and the training and education programs offered by Hebrew SeniorLife 🌏 Satish Sapkota, patient care associate, shared his story of pursuing his lifelong dream of becoming a nurse after growing up in Nepal where legal restrictions prevented men from entering the Senior Assisted Living Professionals 👩🏾‍⚕️ Teodora Padure, RN, staff nurse, spoke about her career path and the training and education programs offered by Hebrew SeniorLife 🎓 Anne O’Brien, MSN, RN, educational specialist, spoke about her experience pursuing a master’s degree in Clinical Nurse Leadership at Regis College, supported by Hebrew SeniorLife scholarships Hebrew SeniorLife proudly supports nursing career development through training programs and financial assistance — from CNA certification to graduate education. 👏 Congratulations to all our honorees for the outstanding work you do every day! Learn more 👉🏼 (fb)