Highgate Blog

July 12, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

Life, Love, and Loss

Taking on the responsibility of caring for an aging parent or spouse might not seem, initially, like a life-altering change. At first, it might just be picking up....

July 5, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

Ambiguous Loss: Grieving a Loved One Who is Still Alive

Ambiguous loss is the feeling you get when someone is there physically, but not there emotionally or psychologically at the same time. If you’re a caregiver experiencing....

June 28, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Assisted Living Resources, Caregiver & Family Resources

Caregiving at Home for an Aging Parent

If you’re a family caregiver, it won’t come as a surprise to you that caring for an aging loved one at home is usually more than you expected. The recently released AARP....

June 21, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

Watch Out: 9 Safety Hazards That Could Be in Your Parent’s Home

Advancements in technology and enhanced medical equipment are making it easier than ever for seniors to live at home longer. Yet, research shows that you may have....

June 21, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Financial Resources, Assisted Living Resources, Caregiver & Family Resources

Is Home Care More Affordable Than Assisted Living?

Although cost is far from the only factor that should be considered when deciding between home care and assisted living, it certainly is an important one.

June 21, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Assisted Living Resources, Caregiver & Family Resources

Safety First! Assisted Living is a Safer Bet Than Staying at Home

Whether it’s because of sentimental attachment, or simply fear, anxiety and hesitation that come with change, it can be difficult to make the decision to move to....

June 14, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Assisted Living Resources, Caregiver & Family Resources

Slideshow: Deciding Between Home Care or Assisted Living

When a parent needs help with care or managing the day to day responsibilities of owning a home, it might be tempting to hire a home care agency. But, assisted living....

June 14, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Assisted Living Resources, Caregiver & Family Resources

Assisted Living vs. Home Care: How to Choose

According to a Pew Research Center Survey, 25% of Americans with at least one parent age 65 or older say their parents need help handling their affairs or caring for....

June 14, 2019    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Assisted Living Resources, Caregiver & Family Resources

Infographic: The Key Differences Between Home Care and Assisted Living

Choosing between home care and assisted living involves many factors. It is a complex decision, and what is right for your loved one will depend on your family’s unique....