Highgate Blog

December 11, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

The Importance of Long-Term Care Planning Amid COVID-19

It can be hard to think about the long term when there are so many changes in our daily lives. But the COVID-19 pandemic has shown us just how important it is to plan....

December 4, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: About Highgate Senior Living, Caregiver & Family Resources, Senior Nutrition

3 Holiday Baking Recipes from the Highgate Senior Living Kitchen

The holidays might feel a little different this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t carry on traditions and bake some delicious — and nutritious — treats with or for....

November 27, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

Memory Loss Caregiver Tips: Having a Gratitude Attitude

Practicing gratitude is a great way to reduce stress when caregiving. Studies show that intentionally practicing gratitude can improve mood, lower stress, ward off....

November 20, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources, Senior Nutrition

Using Aromatherapy to Increase Appetite in Loved One with Memory Loss

Thanksgiving is just around the corner. A time when many look forward to sitting around the table and enjoying the company of loved ones. But loss of appetite can make....

November 13, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: About Highgate Senior Living

Slideshow: How Highgate Helps Seniors Stay Safely Connected

At Highgate, the activities program — better known as the Life Enhancement Program — is driven by the residents’ wants, needs, and interests.

November 6, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Assisted Living Resources, Caregiver & Family Resources

Questions to Ask When Going on a Virtual Senior Living Tour

There could be many reasons why you can’t tour a senior living community in-person. Whether social distancing due to coronavirus or exploring out-of-town communities,....

October 23, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: About Highgate Senior Living

How Highgate Uses Music as Medicine for Memory Loss

Music is a powerful tool. It can lift your spirits, encourage you to be active, spark memories, and connect you with others. This is especially true for people with....

October 16, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Senior Living Resources

6 Tips for Making the Most of Your Virtual Assisted Living Tour

The need for seniors to live in a safe environment and to stay connected with the world around them doesn’t go away just because there’s a global pandemic. That’s why....

October 9, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

6 Tips for Caregivers for a Parent Experiencing Weight Gain

Most people gain weight when they age. However, if your loved one is experiencing rapid or significant weight gain, it could not only be a sign of an underlying health....