How to Approach the Subject of Downsizing & Moving with Your Aging Loved Ones
You may have started noticing that your loved ones are having challenges when it comes to the maintenance of their home or other daily living activities. They may be struggling with lawn and yard maintenance, or going up and down stairs. Perhaps they are struggling with cooking and cleaning. If you are noticing signs that […]
Five Things to Consider Before Downsizing
Continuing the series in helping our parents and aging loved ones make the decision to downsize and/or move, this video covers the five key things to consider before downsizing. Remember the acronym B.A.L.L.S. Budget: This will be one of the most important factors to consider. What are your current living expenses? What extra expenses do you […]
When Your Aging Loved Ones Refuse Your Help
You want to help your parents or a loved one live safely in their home. You also know it may be time for them to downsize to a smaller home or retirement residence. How can you help when your aging parents refuse your help? 1. Acknowledge how they feel. This may be a difficult time for them, […]
3 Positive Ways to Approach the Subject of Downsizing & Moving
It’s a question that I get all the time. “How do I approach the subject of downsizing and moving with my aging loved ones?” It’s not easy when you are beginning to notice challenges they may be facing living in their home. There are things you can do to approach the subject and offer some […]
I Don’t Know Where to Start
It can be so overwhelming looking at all the clutter and “stuff” you’ve accumulated over the years. You know it’s time to clear out the space and let go but you don’t know where to start. You may be saying to yourself: “I’m overwhelmed and I do not know how or where to start.” “I’m […]
Get Organized for the Holidays
The holidays are fast approaching and you want to organize your home, and your life. Where do you start? In this complimentary webinar, we provide you with: Our five-step decluttering process. Letting go strategies that work. What to do with the items you no longer need, use or want. Selling strategies. How to keep your […]
Lessons from a Client: Downsizing Done Right
Jane came to me four and a half years ago. She had started to think it was time to move and she wanted some guidance and some help. She had just turned 89. This week’s video showcases some of the things that she did right in planning for her eventual move. She thought she would […]
When Your Children Say You Should Move
As she sat on the edge of her bed, in her 20×20 suite, I could tell that she really was anxious and wanted to leave. “I’m not happy here”, she said desperately as she looked into my eyes. “I want to go back home!” Mrs. Jones called me on a Wednesday morning. She stated that […]