Transitioning from one residence to another can be hard on anyone, but for seniors leaving lifelong homes, it can be extra difficult. On top of this, the energy and time required to pack, load and transport belongings can be extremely taxing. Covan World-Wide Moving is a seasoned moving company with a presence throughout the US and 100+ years of experience. Below are our top 5 tips to make any senior move feel much more manageable.
1. Hire Professional Help
Household moves require a lot of time and energy for anyone, especially seniors who may not be used to that much physical exertion or time on their feet each day. That's why our first tip for a stress-free senior move is hiring the help of residential movers. By letting experts handle all the packing, loading and transportation related to a relocation, a tremendous amount of stress will be taken off the shoulders of the senior making the journey to a new home.
2. Begin Planning the Move Early
While some of the stress of moving homes is related to time-consuming tasks like packing and cleaning, much of the difficulty has to do with the emotional toll the experience takes. Leaving a home with fond memories would be hard for anyone, but for seniors who are sometimes leaving behind a house and neighborhood that they resided in for decades can magnify feelings of anxiety and overwhelm. Easing into a move can make the transition much easier, though. We recommend to begin planning at least two months out to give ample time to adjust.
3. Create a Moving Checklist
The amount of tasks related to a household move that need to get done can fluctuate from overwhelming to downright daunting. Thankfully, organization can make a world of difference. Keep your senior move simple by putting all chores related to your relocation on a checklist. In the weeks leading up to your move, cross items off as you complete them, and jot down others as you think of them. Some things on your moving list could include:
- Research Moving Companies
- Create a Budget
- Notify Utility Companies
- Forward Mail to New Address
- Gather Packing Supplies
- Change Address with Post Office
- Take Inventory of Belongings
4. Allow Plenty of Time for Downsizing
Many seniors that move homes tend to move into smaller houses that require less maintenance. While this will definitely save anyone a world of worry after the move, it means downsizing your belongings ahead of time, which can be another difficult aspect of senior relocations. We suggest giving yourself plenty of time to downsize your belongings, weighing the sentimental value and more of each item before deciding if it should be kept, donated, gifted to a relative, or something else.
5. Ask Movers About Communication
Oftentimes, seniors have a preferred method of communication due to a hearing impairment, vision loss or something else. One way to make sure a move isn't extra stressful is to double-check that a moving company can communicate via your preferred platform before you enlist their services. The most popular include:
- Phone Calls
- Texting
- Emailing
- Video Calls
Covan World-Wide Moving has 50+ offices located across 17 states, and 400+ moving agents worldwide. This strong moving network allows us to offer seamless relocations no matter the distance, including long distance moves. And as a ProMover with the ATA MSC, we're held to a higher standard of excellence than other movers, so you can count on our senior moves to come with accessible and accommodating options. Contact us today for more information and a free estimate on any of our moving services.
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