A senior move is 20% logistics and 80% emotion. Do the emotional work first.
Start with the floor plan
Get the exact room measurements from the new community. Decide what fits before deciding what to keep.
The 'yes / not sure / no' method
- Yes: essential daily-use items go first
- Not sure: photograph, box, and revisit in 90 days
- No: donate, gift to family, or arrange responsible disposal
Coordinating with the community
- Confirm approved move-in days and times
- Ask about elevator reservations
- Check restrictions on furniture pieces
- Coordinate first-night essentials with staff
Emotional cues to watch for
Slow down at photos, letters, and heirlooms. Don't force a decision. Some items don't need to be decided in one day.
First night
- Familiar quilt on the bed
- Photos of family within eyesight
- One familiar smell (lotion, laundry detergent)
- A written note from you
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