Perhaps your elderly parents need to downsize and move into a small house. Maybe it’s time to explore independent living communities or assisted living options. No matter the reason behind your parents’ upcoming relocation, make it easier on yourself and them with these moving tips.

How to Streamline Your Elderly Parents’ Relocation

1. Set Aside Time to Plan

Give your parents time to accept their upcoming move date by planning for a week or three. Go over the square footage of the new residence to determine what needs to be furnished and whether any current furniture is too big for the space. Make a list of belonging must-haves, while maintaining a compassionate attitude and listening to your parents whenever they want to talk about memories or making the transition to a new residence.

2. Designate a ‘Culling Day’

Pick a sorting date to remove anything your parents don’t want or need before moving day. Save yourself time and frustration by designating boxes for items your parents want to keep, throw out, donate, sell, and give to friends and extended family. Depending on the volume of stuff you’re dealing with, you may want to hire a clutter removal service or hold an estate sale.

3. Utilize Self-Storage

Rent a self-storage unit for antique furniture, family heirlooms, and any other large, sentimental, or valuable items that you, your parents, or your siblings do not have room for. Self-storage provides peace of mind because you know their belongings are safe, yet not contributing to clutter and stress.

4. Work With a Moving Company

Hire a moving company to help the big day go as smoothly as possible. Many moving companies sell packing supplies if you need boxes or materials prior to moving day. Working with a moving company also allows you to focus on helping your parents settle in instead of worrying about what happened to assorted boxes or where that piece of furniture went. 

Discuss more moving tips for your parents’ relocation with Carlton Movers. This Cincinnati, OH, company offers residential and commercial services to clients throughout the region and was named the “Best Mover in Cincinnati” by Cincinnati Magazine. Call (513) 579-0007 today to book your move date or visit the movers online for service information and moving tips.