Highgate Blog

September 22, 2017    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Assisted Living Resources, Memory Care Resources

Senior Assisted Living Care Options

When mom and dad start struggling to care for themselves, you’ll be faced with an onslaught of decisions, beyond senior assisted living options. It can be difficult to....

September 22, 2017    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Memory Loss Resources

Is It Dementia? 10 Warning Signs Family Members Should Watch For

First, your father misplaces his keys. Then, your mother has trouble finding the right word when you’re eating dinner together. The following week, they call you (again)....

September 22, 2017    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Assisted Living Resources

How to Find the Best Senior Living Facilities in My Area

Maybe your loved one is experiencing a decline in health. Sometimes, they just want to avail themselves of the luxuries of senior living like cleaning, laundry and....

September 14, 2017    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Financial Resources, Assisted Living Resources

Comparing Assisted Living Costs to Home Care Costs

While cost is far from the only factor in the decision to move your loved one to a senior living community, it’s certainly an important one. So many caregivers are....

September 14, 2017    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Assisted Living Resources, Caregiver & Family Resources

7 Ways to Get a Parent to Say “No” to an Assisted Living Facility

You think it’s time for dad to move into an assisted living facility. His health and mobility are declining, and you think a senior living community is better suited to....

September 14, 2017    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Assisted Living Resources, Senior Living Resources

5 Benefits of Pet-Friendly Assisted Living Facilities

Everyone knows pets can improve the quality of our lives. We forge lasting relationships with these sweet, loyal creatures, and just thinking of them can put smiles on....

September 9, 2017    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Memory Care Resources, Caregiver & Family Resources

Moving a Parent to a Memory Care Facility: Having “The Talk” with Siblings

Moving a parent with dementia to a memory care facility is easier said than done when challenging family dynamics throw a wrench in the decision-making process. Getting....

August 28, 2017    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Memory Care Resources, Caregiver & Family Resources

5 Tips for Talking to a Parent About Moving a Spouse to a Memory Care Facility

It is probably never going to feel like the right time to have “The Talk” about a memory care facility with a parent who is the caregiver of a spouse with dementia. Many....

August 28, 2017    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Assisted Living Resources, About Highgate Senior Living

Couples Care

Couples can consider assisted living facilities for many different reasons. Perhaps your dad has a dementia diagnosis and your mom is looking for a little additional....