Highgate Blog

September 20, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Assisted Living Resources

6 Assisted Living Warning Signs to Look for When Touring a Community

Moving a parent to an assisted living community is a big decision. One that families try their best to find an option that will provide the best care and support at an....

September 18, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: About Highgate Senior Living

5 Unique Benefits of Living at a Highgate Senior Living Community

If you’re searching for the best senior living community for your loved one, you might have noticed that with so many options for today’s aging population, it can be....

August 30, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Memory Care Resources

Does Your Loved One Need Memory Care?

If you’re caring for someone with dementia, there will come a time when caring for them at home might not be best for you or your loved one. Making the decision to....

August 23, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

5 Common Challenges You Should Be Prepared for When Holding a Family Meeting

Chances are that if you’re reading this article, you’ve experienced some sort of conflict with your siblings in the past, and you’re looking to avoid it in the future....

August 16, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

When Aging Parents Worry About Being a 'Burden'

No matter your age, it’s not easy asking for help with things you were once capable of handling and managing yourself. If you’ve ever broken a bone, or spent time in the....

August 9, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Assisted Living Resources, About Highgate Senior Living

Not All Assisted Living Communities Are The Same

Assisted living options vary widely: Some communities are in small homes with just a few residents. Others are in high-rise apartment-style buildings with hundreds of....

August 2, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Assisted Living Resources

Independent Living vs. Assisted Living: What's the Difference?

While similar, independent living and assisted living are not the same thing. Options from state to state and provider to provider can vary greatly. Here’s an overview....

July 26, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

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

Life After Caregiving: When a Parent Moves to Assisted Living

It’s hard to imagine what life will be like as a family caregiver as care needs of an aging parent increase. Careers, relationships, spiritual and physical needs take a....

July 19, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

5 Tips for Setting Realistic Boundaries and Expectations as a Family Caregiver

Do you keep agreeing to take on caregiving tasks that you really don’t want to do? Do you tolerate rude comments from your brother about caregiving decisions because....