For an older person having to leave a long-familiar place, the mental burden of a move can be difficult. But the physical move itself, without help, is impossible. So no matter the reason for the move\u2014choice or necessity\u2014as you relocate the elderly, physical assistance is primary. And it\u2019s a group project, if not through the help of a professional moving service, then with family and friends.<\/p>\n
Besides movers, you have to downsize, efficiently pack, and rent storage. In each case, planning matters, and the earlier it begins, the better. The next time you help a senior friend or family member, these tips can help.<\/p>\n
A move is tedious work, and so is planning one. Besides medical equipment and first-string necessities, most seniors have a lifetime accumulation of books, jewelry, photographs, and personal belongings.\u00a0 To keep track of the \u201csmall-but-significant\u201d requires a detailed moving checklist<\/a>, and along with that list, a budget. With those in hand, you can interview moving companies<\/a> or begin to line up friends and relatives to do the work to downsize, pack, and schedule all it takes to close one home and open another.<\/p>\n You can\u2019t take it with you when you die, and you can\u2019t take it ALL with you when you move. The items we humans collect over the years are barnacled with the sentiments we attach to them, but it\u2019s not impossible to let some go. With the right approach–\u201cI can love that person and not keep this knickknack\u201d\u2014the process can in fact be cathartic. Allow your senior to decide what gives him or her joy to keep, and what feels good to give away.<\/p>\n The emotional journey of moving a senior into assisted living or a nursing home is made easier by keeping the move smooth. That involves conversations and listening, offering to help in packing and moving, meeting the people in your senior\u2019s new surroundings, and calling or visiting often.<\/p>\n Because the physical limitations of seniors make packing difficult, instead of using friends and family, you do best to hire professional packers and movers. Correct packing reduces the risk of injury, for one thing, and takes less time. Correct labeling of boxes ensures easy unpacking later. Professional packers know the tricks. For instance, important items needed immediately upon arrival in the new location enter the moving truck last<\/em>. (\u201cLIFO\u201d Method: Last in First Out.) Some items are required immediately, and many aren\u2019t \u2013 yet the seniors aren\u2019t ready to part with them. The solution is storage, which comes in many sizes and can accommodate any amount of \u201cstuff.\u201d Storage solutions also come with security features.<\/p>\n For adult children of seniors in the busiest parts of their own lives\u2014who would rather tend to their parents than to the packing\u2014a moving company<\/a> is a godsend. Note that in Texas and across the United States, many moving companies<\/a> offer special discount for veterans.<\/p>\n Moving is emotionally challenging for anyone. For seniors, it\u2019s naturally hard to part with a place that has been home for so many years. And new surroundings take time to get used to. Help the seniors in your life feel positive. Help show how the move makes them safer and more accessible. For the arrival, pack an overnight case for his or her immediate needs: clothes, medication, toiletries, charging cords, etc.<\/p>\n Unpacking comes with its own set of potential accidents. Unbox slowly and systematically to prevent physical exhaustion. To prevent tripping and wheelchair obstructions, as you unpack a box, keep paths clear through the room. And don\u2019t leave too soon. Stay and help organize the space.<\/p>\n AB Moving is a top-rated professional Texas mover<\/a>, with a wide array of\u00a0moving services<\/a>\u00a0to seniors\/ veterans, residents and businesses across North Texas and beyond. Whether you plan to move eventually\u2014or next week–give us a call. Or drop an email. Get a\u00a0free moving quote<\/a> today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"For an older person having to leave a long-familiar place, the mental burden of a move can be difficult. But the physical move itself, without help, is impossible. 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Smooth the Emotional Path<\/h2>\n
Let the Professionals Pack<\/h2>\n
Hire a Moving Service<\/h2>\n
\u00a0Bring Emotional Support<\/h2>\n
Reduce Hazards<\/h2>\n