Moving your elderly parents from their home to a nursing home or a new one can be daunting. Put their best interests in mind during this transitional time since change can be difficult for the elderly. To help make the experience as positive and smooth as possible, discover a few tips for a successful move.
Agree on all aspects of the move with your senior loved ones. Brace yourself for a direct and supportive conversation with your elderly parents. The moving plan should reflect your loved one's input. Start the moving conversation early, especially if it's based on health reasons. This gives your loved ones time to express their feelings and desires.
Based on the conversation with your seniors, you need to decide where your loved one will move. Some options include a nursing home, residential facility, or new apartment. After agreeing on where to move, research the facilities in the area. This will ensure they meet your seniors' specific needs.
For example, the new home's neighborhood should have an exercise center or spa that your elderly parents prefer. Making these plans beforehand will help you decide whether to choose a local or long-distance mover based on the destination your elderly parents move to.
If you move your elderly loved ones to a new apartment, obtain a blueprint of the new home. This will help movers plan and create an accurate floor plan. Measure all furniture beforehand so the movers can determine what will fit where.
Visit all your seniors' rooms and write a list of all the belongings they cannot do without. This will help you identify the things to donate, keep in storage, or dispose of.
Seniors tend to be attached to items, and the only way to make it easier for them to declutter is to find ways to honor special memories. One of the best ways to do this is through photographs. So, create a sentimental photo album with photos of their former house and items they wish to sell or donate.
Alternatively, take a home tour and make a video for your senior loved ones. Capturing these memories can make it easier for your elderly to declutter and move on.
The first step in downsizing is identifying what your senior loved ones haven't used or enjoyed recently. This can be a stressful and emotional experience for your elderly loved ones but will help reduce clutter and non-priority items. Decluttering will help create the floor plan mentioned earlier.
If your senior loved ones aren't ready to give away certain items, make arrangements for a storage unit. Maybe they plan to pass specific items down to future generations. Whatever their reasons, rent a storage facility to hold some of your senior loved ones' belongings.
Some movers offer storage; therefore, you may consider a mover who also provides storage facilities. If your mover doesn't offer storage, they may be able to recommend reliable storage facilities.
When moving the elderly, think about travel logistics. The health of your seniors and their mobility status will affect how you move them.
You may book a flight to your destination if it's a long-distance move. In this case, call ahead of time to request a wheelchair or other additional services. If you are driving, ensure your car is easy to access. Minivans, sedans, and crossover SUVs are recommended vehicles for moving older adults.
Moving can be an overwhelming experience for your senior loved ones. However, proper planning and contracting the right movers can make the move easier for them. Modern Moving is dedicated to providing fast and friendly moving services in the Twin Cities, Minneapolis, St. Paul, and surrounding areas. Give us a call and let us help you review your options.
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