Highgate at Flagstaff Blog

20 Holiday Activities for Loved Ones with Dementia

The holidays provide time to reflect and reminisce with loved ones, especially with those who have dementia. Revisiting family traditions or engaging in a meaningful....

9 Hidden Secrets Families Love About Highgate at Flagstaff

Contrary to popular belief, living in a senior living community isn’t the beginning of the end — it’s the beginning of a whole new chapter.

How to Avoid Caregiver Stress

Even though caregiving is one of the most rewarding and selfless acts of kindness a family member can choose to provide for an aging loved one, caring for someone else-....

What Family Caregivers Should Know About Strokes

Stroke and heart attack are among the two most common fears families have as their loved ones get older, and for good reason. Stroke risk doubles every decade after the....

5 Ways for Seniors to Make New Friends in Flagstaff

The pandemic played a powerful role in reminding us just how important human interaction is, and the important role relationships play in our mental health.

5 Dementia Caregiver Support Resources in Flagstaff, Arizona

The saying “it takes a village” originates from an African proverb. It is meant to convey the message that it takes many people (“the village”) to provide a safe,....

4 Tips for Postsurgical Recovery at Home

Surgery is hard on anyone. But if your aging loved one is facing a surgical procedure, the medical experts at Ernest Health in Flagstaff say it’s even more important to....

Flagstaff Experts Weigh in on Physical Activity with Arthritis

When you have arthritis, moving your body may be the last thing you want to think about. But the experts at Flagstaff Bone and Joint say low-impact exercise can help....

Planning for Discharge After a Hospital Stay in Flagstaff

What is one of the most important things to do after your loved one gets discharged from the hospital? Make a follow-up appointment with their primary care physician,....

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