She fell in her 80s and lives in a nursing home. A VR headset is giving her hope.
From BUSINESS INSIDER
By Noah Sheidlower
Apr 17, 2026
Carol Foster inched her walker toward the front of a senior living meeting room and paused while a virtual reality headset was strapped onto her face.
Read MoreRestoring Strength and Confidence After Cardiac Illness
Recovery after a serious cardiac illness, in addition to healing the heart, means restoring strength, confidence, and independence. While that journey can be complex for older adults, The New Jewish Home’s Cardiac Rehabilitation Center delivers specialized cardiac care rarely found outside the hospital setting.
Read MoreEmpowering Older Adults: Tips for Staying Healthy and Happy
Healthy aging is built on small, consistent habits that support strength, independence, and overall well-being. While aging brings change, it does not mean giving up control over your health. With the right routines and support, older adults can continue living active, fulfilling lives.
Read MoreHow to Decide if Adult Day Health Care Is Right for Your Loved One
Choosing the right care for a loved one is one of the most important decisions a family can make. Many want to support independence while also ensuring safety, health, and connection. Adult Day Health Care offers a balanced approach, providing expert care and meaningful engagement during the day, while allowing older adults to continue living at home.
Read MoreSpecialized Care for Speech and Swallowing Disorders
By: Fae Boczko
Director of the Department of Speech-Language and Swallowing Disorders at
The New Jewish Home
For most of us, swallowing a meal or speaking with a loved one feels effortless. We rarely stop to consider how essential these abilities are to our independence, dignity, and quality of life – until they are suddenly impaired.
25 Young Adults Graduate from The New Jewish Home’s SkillSpring Workforce Development Program
Graduation Celebrated the Next Generation of Certified Nursing Assistants Entering New York’s Healthcare Workforce
Read MoreOpinion: How career pathways in health care help all generations of New Yorkers
SkillSpring helps connect young people to careers that allow them to stay in New York and build dignified lives while strengthening the workforce that cares for our aging population.
Read MoreDementia Prevention: How Lifestyle Choices Really Impact Brain Health
Dementia is a growing concern for older adults and families alike. While there is no guaranteed way to prevent dementia entirely, research continues to show that everyday lifestyle choices can play a meaningful role in supporting brain health and potentially delaying cognitive decline.
At The New Jewish Home, we believe that caring for the brain is just as important as caring for the body and that consistent changes over time can make a real difference.
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