Medical vs. Financial Power of Attorney: an Introduction to the Differences
You've probably overheard the term "power of attorney" at a family gathering or during a conversation with your parent's doctor and assumed it was a s...
Your Guide to Senior Move Managers and Downsizing Pros
Here's what most families don't expect: the hardest part of helping a parent move isn't the moving day. It's the weeks of decisions that come before it. Which dishes make the cut? What do you do with forty years of holiday decorations? Who handles th...
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Watch Lilly Garcia's Story: A Cintas C.A.P.E. Award Winner
Some of the most important work in a senior living community happens quietly. At Arbor Terrace Highland Park, a lot of that work belongs to Lilly Garc...
In-Home Care vs. Assisted Living in Highland Park, IL: The Full Cost Breakdown
If you're weighing in-home care against assisted living for a parent on the North Shore, you're probably starting with cost. That makes sense. It's on...
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How Seniors Can Avoid Scams: Warning Signs and Safety Tips
Much advice about avoiding scams focuses on keeping up with new schemes, new technologies, and new tricks. But there is a more effective approach. The...
The Quiet Costs of Aging at Home Alone
It usually starts with small reassurances. Your parent in Highland Park or Deerfield tells you the week was "uneventful." The house looks the same as ...
How to Evaluate Senior Care Options for a Parent on the North Shore
It usually doesn't hit you all at once. Instead, it's a slow accumulation: the three voicemails you got from your parent last Tuesday asking the same ...
Senior Living Costs in Highland Park, IL: A Look at What to Expect
When a family member starts needing more daily support, the financial side of senior living can feel like its own puzzle. You want the best care possi...
Evaluating Assisted Living in Highland Park: A Step-by-Step Guide
You've already made the big decision. You know your parent needs assisted living. Now it's about finding the right place. Highland Park and the surrou...
Social Wellness and Aging: The Latest Research
There's a question that probably hasn't come up at your parent's last few medical appointments: How often do you spend meaningful time with other peop...
