Highgate Blog

December 27, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Assisted Living Resources

6 Ways Your Parent’s Life Would Be Better in Assisted Living

So you’ve heard a little bit about assisted living. Maybe your friend’s dad lives happily in an assisted living community or your sister’s co-worker’s mom just decided....

December 23, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources, Memory Loss Resources

Do Little White Lies Affect the Caregiving Relationship with a Parent?

When your mom is convinced your husband is hers or your dad believes your son’s 25th birthday party is really for him, it can feel cruel to remind them that no, your....

December 13, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

7 Tips When Caring for a Loved One with Memory Loss Over the Holidays

The holidays are supposed to be merry and bright, full of joyful celebrations with family and friends. But if you’re caring for a loved one with memory loss, you know....

December 6, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

Have the Holidays Paused the Assisted Living Talk with a Parent?

The holiday season is in full swing, and everywhere you look, there’s a reminder to make the days merry and bright. But the thought of talking with a parent about moving....

November 22, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources, Memory Loss Resources

When Should You Consider Memory Care for a Parent?

If your mom were to fall and break a hip, chances are your family would start making a plan for transitioning her from the hospital to a care setting. You know what....

November 15, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Memory Loss Resources

What to Say When a Loved One with Memory Loss Doesn’t Recognize You

You never forget the first time a parent doesn’t recognize you. The loss is heartbreaking. And it doesn’t get easier each time she can’t remember your name or is....

November 8, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Assisted Living Resources

4 Reasons to Make the Assisted Living Move Sooner Than You Think

While some might see assisted living as “the beginning of the end,” that couldn’t be further from the truth. Many people move to assisted living so they can actually....

November 1, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

How NOT to Act When Visiting Your Aging Parents Over the Holidays

Going home for the holidays used to be a chance to share family traditions with your children and reconnect with family and friends around the dinner table. But as your....

October 25, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

6 Tips for Taking Care of a Parent from Far Away

Your dad fell and broke his hip. He spent a few weeks in rehab and is now finally heading home. But you live an hour away and aren’t sure how he'll do back on his own....