Health and Wellness Signs It May Be Time for Memory Care
You found the car keys in the refrigerator again. Your parent called you by the wrong name—twice in one conversation. And last Tuesday, a neighbor brought them home after finding them walking along the road in slippers, unsure of where they were going.
Health and Wellness Five Brain Health Habits Worth Building in Your 70s and 80s
When the World Health Organization released its first-ever guidelines on reducing cognitive decline in 2019, the message was clear and surprisingly hopeful: lifestyle habits matter more than most people realize—even well into your 70s and 80s. The guidelines didn't focus on medications or genetic testing. Instead, they pointed to everyday choices around food, movement, sleep, and human connection.
Navigating What's Next Dementia Stages Explained: A Planning Guide for Families
You weren't looking for this article six months ago. Back then, your parent's occasional mix-up—calling the dog by the cat's name, or blanking on a word mid-sentence—seemed like normal aging. But lately, the pattern has shifted. Maybe they got lost driving home from the grocery store in Highland Park, or you discovered a pile of unopened mail tucked behind the couch. Something feels different, and you're trying to figure out what comes next.
Navigating What's Next Paying for Senior Living: A Guide for Highland Park Families
Maybe you've toured a community or two. Maybe you've started comparing assisted living in Highland Park to memory care options near Deerfield or Evanston. You're getting a clearer picture of what your loved one needs—but there's a number on a brochure that keeps nagging at you.
Navigating What's Next When the House Starts Winning: Signs Your Parent Needs Help
You didn't come over to play detective. Maybe you were just swinging through Highland Park after running errands, dropping off a birthday card or picking up your parent for dinner. But something felt different this time. The front walkway had weeds pushing through the cracks. A storm window was still taped up from last winter. The recycling bin was overflowing.
Living Well, Our Neighborhood Engaged and Active at Arbor Terrace Highland Park
In the beautiful heart of Highland Park, Illinios, our engagement team at Arbor Terrace Highland Park is always coming up with new ways to keep residents engaged mind, body, and soul. To us, care is so much more than covering the basics. We partner with the great Highland Park community and organizations such as our thoughtful local senior centers, the Park District, middle and high schools, and so much more.
Living Well Inside Senior Dining: Executive Chef James Camp on Care and Culinary Excellence
Great dining has always been a cornerstone of life here at Arbor Terrace Highland Park, and recently, that commitment received well-deserved national recognition.
Our Neighborhood Celebrating an Unsung Hero at Arbor Terrace Highland Park
Honoring Compassion, Dedication, and the Spirit of Caring At Arbor Terrace Highland Park, our team members are the heart of everything we do. Today, we are thrilled to celebrate Lilly Garcia, a remarkable Environmental Services (EVS) professional, whose compassion towards our residents and those she serves alongside have earned her this very special honor.
Living Well, Navigating What's Next Clear Costs, No Surprises: Financial Transparency in Assisted Living
When dealing with the stress of searching through different assisted living options for your loved one, the last thing you need is confusion about costs. What you need is a community that offers full financial transparency, meaning you know exactly what you're paying for each month, what services are included, and when additional costs might apply. It means no hidden fees sneaking up on you, no surprise charges appearing on statements, and no vague language about "additional services" that leave you guessing.
Living Well, Navigating What's Next Understanding Levels of Care at a Highland Park, IL Memory Care Community
Are you or a loved one currently researching your memory care options in Highland Park, IL? You’ve come to the right place! As you research, the term “levels of care” might pop up, and can feel both confusing and overwhelming. After all, how could you automatically know what the right fit will be for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia?