Downsizing is a stressful and emotional task, here are a few ways to make the process more enjoyable for the family.
- PACE YOURSELF
- Rushing the move is what adds an extra layer of stress and creates more tasks.
- HELP YOUR LOVED ONE STAY IN CONTROL
- Allow them to participate and
- Encourage them to go through their own things and enjoy all of their memories
- CELEBRATE SPECIAL MOMENTS
- Memories are gifts that are often taken for granted, give your family time to reminisce
- DE-CLUTTER FAMILY HEIRLOOMS EARLY & OFTEN
- Giving away or handing down family heirlooms creates happiness and joy
- These are the emotions that should be present in a compassionate senior move
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NOTES:
Nearly 54 million seniors today make up approximately 20% of the total U.S. population. As the baby boomer generation (born approximately between 1946 – 1965) continues to age, approximately 10,000 will turn 65 every day for the next 20 years!
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 – Intro
00:20 – 1. Pace yourself
00:30 – 2. Help Seniors feel in control of what’s happening
00:40 – 3. Remember the special moments
00:55 – 4. Declutter family heirlooms
01:18 – Closing