Highgate Blog

March 27, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

Infographic: How to Help Your Aging Parent Care for Their Pet

Is your mom having a hard time changing her cat’s litter box? Is your dad’s dog losing weight, or is the water bowl often empty when you arrive?

March 20, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

6 Tips from Family Caregivers for Making the Assisted Living Decision

There are lots of expert tips you can find about making senior living decisions for elderly parents, but sometimes, you just want to hear it from someone who has been in....

February 21, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

How to Avoid Downsizing Disasters in a Parent’s Home

If your parent is getting ready to move, you’re probably getting ready to help them downsize. Although you might be tempted to take charge and handle the details....

February 14, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Senior Living Resources, Caregiver & Family Resources

Infographic: What Level of Care Should You Be Researching?

As you get older, you might start to hear your doctor talk about senior living or your daughter mention the perks of community living. If thinking....

January 31, 2020    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources, Healthy Aging

8 Shower Safety Tips for Aging Parents

Do you know what the most dangerous room in the house is? A lot of people think it’s the kitchen, and that’s a good guess given knives and the stove. It’s actually the....

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....