Independent Retirement Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

We are a Premier Provider of Senior living offering all the comforts of home … and then some.

Imagine a place where you can have everything you always liked – or wanted – in your own home – the garden, the fireplace, the privacy and independence, the feeling of space and the coziness of special little areas. And mostly, the feeling that this is home.

But with no worries about how to maintain it all. And with the assurance that help, assistance or special services are there when you need them, along with interesting activities, delicious meals, and companionship.

Part of what makes it unique is the size and the design. You won’t find any long corridors or confusing layouts. What you will find in an easy stroll around our Manor is a family-style dining room, several activity areas and gathering places, including a library lounge, a "community kitchen" with adjoining "family room" where residents – and guests - come to join in cooking or just socialize. And along the way, a number of cozy small sitting areas, where residents often take a quiet moment or meet with a neighbor.
 

About Our Retirement Homes, Assisted Living & Alzheimer's Care

Throughout this beautiful Highgate Home we've added many touches that create a warm place to live. But much of the personality of Highgate comes from the individualized way all residents bring their own personality, style, furnishings, to their own place. The focal point of Ruth’s suite is a large china cabinet full of ornaments, knickknacks and other memorabilia. Dora's suite reflects her tradition of having friends in for coffee, tea, or just a chat. She has a table always set to be a lively gathering place … as it often is. Lionel and Marg share their suite with their large cat and small dog.

Independence, Involvement, Interaction; It’s an Individual Thing...

Some people like to garden, cook, do crafts, or play games. Some like to be busy all the time. Some simply like to take it easy. Most like to balance socializing with privacy and quiet. At Highgate, we offer activities, outings, and special events on a regular basis. But we avoid overloading our residents with a schedule that sounds like summer camp. Our residents can choose to do what they’ve always liked to do, pursue new interests, or be part of the spontaneous social life that is part of living at Highgate. It’s all here, and it’s all a matter of choice.

• Adele likes bingo, bridge, and being with other people. She’s got it.
• Frank discovered a love of painting that neither he- nor his family – knew he had.
• Joan’s favorite pastime is having her grandchildren in to bake cookies.
• Care when needed, privacy when wanted, individualized attention always.

Our staff is hired not only for their skills and training, but for the passion and compassion they have in working with seniors. Then, they also receive additional specialized training from our own Highgate professionals.  And it shows, in everything they do. Every day. With everyone who lives here.

Again, it’s about being small in size, which means that every staff member knows and relates to each resident – their likes and dislikes, tastes and distastes, interests, personality, and quirks. They stay in tune with any changing needs of each individual so that care levels can be adjusted as needed. This means we can help decide on the program that works best for you, give knowledgeable input into it regularly, and you only pay for the services and/or assistance needed.

• Fred lives very independently, but just needs reminders to take his medications.
• Donna needs assistance with personal needs such as bathing and dressing, and it’s there for her – discreetly and privately.
• Irma's family now knows that she will have wonderful home-cooked meals, enjoy the company of others, and also have emergency staff nearby ready to help.

We stay aware of all the latest care techniques, and are constantly searching for new ways to enhance the lives of our Highgate residents which we share with their families. Our registered nurse oversees a knowledgeable care staff who strive to provide exceptional service, 24 hours a day.