Highgate opens new suites for memory care residents

TEMECULA – Highgate Senior Living recently opened the second floor of its Cottage for new residents. The suites will accommodate an additional 18 memory care residents.

Highgate at Temecula opened its doors just over a year ago to positive reception in the community.

“We had always planned the second floor, but didn't expect to open it this quickly,” Adam Bryan, vice president of Highgate Senior Living, said. “Our suites are large, beautiful and many offer very unique living styles. In addition to two purpose-built memory care courtyards, our second-floor residents will enjoy a secured balcony for outdoor access.”

With the growing need for quality memory care options in and around Temecula, Bryan said they expect to fill the suites quickly.

“In addition to elegance and spaciousness, we offer a unique approach to dementia care. Our team is trained and certified in Teepa Snow’s internationally renowned ‘Positive Approach to Care’ that has produced great outcomes by focusing on what’s left, not what’s lost,”

Bryan said. “And we’re the only providers in town who are truly offering this approach. Beyond our own team, we have trained well over 100 medical and community professionals who interact with our residents. This way we know they are well served, even when receiving services from

an outside provider such as home health or hospice.”

Highgate’s philosophy of care differs from many traditional facilities in taking a more holistic approach, offering aromatherapy and spa treatments to aid in mood and sleep, as well as nutritious foods, hydration and exercise to keep residents as healthy as possible.

“We believe in keeping everyone as physically, mentally and socially engaged as possible. And we take the time and energy to get to know each resident as an individual, so that we can best serve their unique needs,” Bryan said. “Beyond that, we act as health advocates, working with families and physicians to provide a personalized program of care.”

As Linda Hopkins, the spouse of one of our first memory care residents in Temecula put it, “John is cared for and respected. They treat him with dignity. One time he was agitated, and I suggested getting a prescription from his doctor to calm him down, but they suggested first trying aromatherapy and massage. It was so relaxing to him. He didn’t need the medication.”

Highgate also takes steps to keep family members together.

“We have sisters living together, and married couples who are able to stay together. With family living, there is a renewed sense of normalcy once we have removed that burden of care,” Bryan said.

Highgate is a privately owned company with nine senior living communities in four western states. It is known for its focus on purposeful living regardless of age or ailment and expertise in caring for those with complex medical issues or cognitive impairment. Highgate at Temecula offers both assisted living and memory care.

Highgate Senior Living is located at 42301 Moraga Road in Temecula. For more information, call (951) 308-1885 or visit http://www.HighgateSeniorLiving.com.

Submitted by Highgate Senior Living.