After participating in many (and I mean many moves), I have seen first-hand how stressful moving can be for everyone involved. Over the years, as a professional mover, I have figured out some ways to avoid move day stress. You can picture it, right? It’s move day. The...
Moving and Move Management
How to Get Mom or Dad Ready for Their Next Move
Over the years, we have worked with hundreds of adult children of our senior clients, and our experiences have varied. There have been those who are incredibly involved and helpful, to those who are not at all involved or don't know how to help in the moving process....
How to Pack for Ease of Unpack
In the six years I have specialized in unpacking and setting up new homes, I have seen my fair share of overstuffed, unlabeled, and disorganized packed boxes from clients who completed their own packing. As a professionally trained and experienced packer, I recommend...
Packing Tips Sure to Prepare You for Move Day
Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, there is really no such thing as an easy move. A little planning and organization can minimize chaos, especially in the packing stage. Follow these packing and moving tips to prepare you for move day and make...
Should I Downsize and Move to a Retirement Community or Age-in-Place?
Should I downsize and move to a retirement community or age-in-place? Whether it be for safety, health, companionship, or financial reasons, change is often necessary…and hard. Moving to a retirement community requires major life changes, but aging-in-place in a large...