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....

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....

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: 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....