Highgate Blog

October 12, 2018    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources

Caregiving for Dementia Is Harder Than Even Caregivers Think

Family caregivers of a loved one with dementia are known as “the invisible second patient” because the physical, emotional, and financial strain of the caregiving role....

October 12, 2018    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: About Highgate Senior Living, Caregiver & Family Resources

Design: The Forgotten Criteria in Evaluating Memory Care Communities

When families evaluate care options for their loved one with dementia, they ask a lot of questions: Is the staff capable and kind? Do they have the resources my loved....

October 12, 2018    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Memory Care Resources, Caregiver & Family Resources

An Inside Look at What It Feels Like at the Cottage at Highgate

If you’re like most people, you have a few reasons you’re hesitant to consider memory care for a loved one.

Maybe you’ve heard that memory care facilities isolate....

July 18, 2018    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Assisted Living Resources, Caregiver & Family Resources

When Is the Right Time to Start Looking for Assisted Living?

Wouldn’t it be nice if there was a hard and fast rule about when you should start exploring assisted living options? Each situation is different, and there isn’t a....

June 1, 2018    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Assisted Living Resources, Caregiver & Family Resources

4 Tips for Married Couples When Searching for Assisted Living

People age at different rates and some much more dramatically than others. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the percentage of those aged 60 and over who reported....

May 11, 2018    Highgate Senior Living

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

Making Memories on Mother's Day

Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate mom and make her feel extra special. It’s a day to let her know how much you appreciate her and everything she’s done for you. From....

April 27, 2018    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Senior Living Resources, Caregiver & Family Resources

5 Tips for Family Caregivers Managing Medications for a Parent with Dementia

Managing a parent’s medications can be a stressful task, whether or not your parent has dementia. But, couple managing multiple medications with paranoia, stubbornness,....

April 27, 2018    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Assisted Living Resources, Caregiver & Family Resources

5 Signs It’s Time to Have “The Talk” About Assisted Living

There’s no doubt about it. Having the conversation with a parent about considering assisted living can be downright scary. But when the benefits of safety, security,....

April 20, 2018    Highgate Senior Living

Topic: Caregiver & Family Resources, Memory Loss Resources

Understanding Sundowners Syndrome

Most of us look forward to the end of the day. It's time for family dinners, bedtime stories, a glass of wine with your spouse, or a good book.

The end of the day for....