Whether this is you, a parent, grandparent, relative, friend or neighbor, recognizing the signs that one of our loved ones are living in a situation that may need to change does take time. The signs are usually there for a while but it’s hard to have those tough conversations. Most people think…

• What do I say?
• Is it my place to say anything?
• They won’t listen to me!
• My spouse will never move from our home!

Having these tough conversations are important. There is light at the end of the tunnel. Once you’ve had these conversations you might find your loved one has been thinking of downsizing but is just too overwhelmed to think of all the work that’s involved. Just the thought of it may raise blood pressure and stress.
We can help.

• Is your loved one living in only 50% of their home?
• They can’t do the stairs anymore? So they probably haven’t been in their basement or attic for years.
• The house isn’t as clean as it once was?
• Their freezer is filled with frozen dinners?
• There’s 1 ailing parent and the other has become the Caregiver?
• An overabundance of stuff piling up? Possibly Hoarding?

If you have answered yes to 1 or all of these points, then it might be time to hire a Home Again Transitions team!

It’s always a good idea before we come to your house and start making changes, for you to take some time to sit quietly and think about what you would like to see happen. If you are not sure what that is, then here are some things you may want to consider.

• Discuss with family members what they want – We do not want any surprises. There is nothing worse than to donate something your loved one was hoping they would get. We can work out how to get the items to them later.
• Get Generous – Gift items you no longer need or have room for. This could be for grandchildren, children (keep in mind – they too may be purging) friends & other family members. Wouldn’t it be nice to see your possessions in the house of your loved ones when you go to visit?
• What’s important – Write down things that are important to you so we don’t miss anything. As we get started, you may become overwhelmed so it’s good to have things written down to reference.
• What stays – depends on the size of home you are moving to and what will fit. We will make a floorplan together of your new home (if you have a new one picked out already). If you are remaining in your home and we are simply reorganizing your space to give you more room, then we need to know what must stay.
• What must go – Items that you want to see go right away.
• Your Privacy is very important to us – We follow a strict code of Ethics, drawen up by NASMM (National Association of Senior Move Managers). We do not share any information about you, your family or your home with anyone. However, if there is anything in your home, you do not want us to see; you can remove it or keep it behind a closed door. We all have up to date police checks done for your protection & safety.
• Everyone has his or her scary room, closet or drawer – that they do not want anyone to see. We are not here to pass judgement, just the opposite! We are here to help you downsize and organize. However, if you feel the need to straighten up those unseen areas you certainly can but it is unnecessary. Remember you are not alone.

A Free one hour in-home consultation to assess your individual situation and introduce you to our services, which we believe, is best for you. You will then receive a written estimate.