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Barry Berman Receives Prestigious Dr. Herbert Shore “Award of Honor” from AJAS

December 13, 2024 4:11 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

[Photo Left to Right: Betsy Mullen, COO Chelsea Jewish Lifecare; Karen Flam, Chair of the AJAS Awards Committee; Barry Berman, CEO Chelsea Jewish Lifecare; Ruth Katz, President & CEO AJAS] Barry Berman, CEO of Chelsea Jewish Lifecare recently received the notable 2025 Dr. Herbert Shore Award of Honor from the Association of Jewish Aging Services (AJAS). This is the highest...


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For-Profit vs. Nonprofit Senior Living Communities: What’s the Difference?

November 11, 2025 2:07 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

When it comes time to choose an assisted living or nursing home community, families often notice a big difference in how each one is run. Some are for-profit, while others are nonprofit (or not-for-profit). Both types of communities can offer good care but their goals, funding sources, and priorities may differ. Understanding these differences can help you make the best...