The Moves: How to Downsize and Senior Move Planning

Too Much Stuff, Too Little Space—Where Do You Start? 
Easily downsize, declutter, and move to new home.  
 
Downsizing isn’t just about getting rid of stuff—it’s about preparing for a new stage of life. Whether your loved one is relocating for health, financial, or emotional reasons, this chapter walks you through the practical and emotional side of moving with purpose and compassion. From the first conversation to the final box, The Moves helps you guide the process—not just survive it.
 
Chapter 5 provides a step-by-step strategy for all stages of a move: when and why to move, how to start sorting, how to handle the moving day itself, and how to create comfort and connection in a new space. You'll learn how to use our five-box method—Keep, Store, Trash, Donate, Sell—to efficiently declutter without guilt. We also dive into what to do with items you or your loved one can’t yet let go of and offer heartfelt guidance on preserving treasured memories. Bonus: we’ve included packing checklists, planning worksheets, and tips from professionals who specialize in senior moves.
 
This isn’t a basic moving checklist—it’s a practical and emotionally intelligent roadmap developed from real-world caregiving experience and supported by best practices in aging, psychology, and organization. Whether you’re considering a future move or facing one right now, this chapter will make your next steps easier, smoother, and more thoughtful.
 
Highly recommended companion chapters:
Chapter 3: Activities of Daily Living – understand the level of independence your loved one still has and what their next living environment must support.
Chapter 4: The Car – losing driving ability is often a major trigger for needing to move closer to support or into a care facility.
Chapter 6: The Home – helps you evaluate and compare senior living options so you don’t just move—you move to the right place.
 
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