Are you starting over in a new city where you donāt know anyone? Or thinking about making a move? Or maybe youāve just moved to an independent living facility and know very few residents. I found an article on Livability and wanted to share a few great tips if you plan to make a move [ā¦]
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We have said it before, and you will likely hear us say it many more times: downsizing is taxing on the body, mind and spirit. More than just the physical aspects of sorting, donating, discarding and packing, downsizing takes an emotional toll on everyone involved in the process.Ā How To Downsize With Alzheimerās In The Mix [ā¦]
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Many older adults find themselves coping with the emotions of downsizing, these emotions may include anxiety, stress, and sadness. Take time to speak with a counselor and work through your emotions. Not so that you wonāt feel the way do, but so you can understand why. Reasons You May Feel Sad Moving from a big [ā¦]
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Experts Recommend Family Approach. Sometimes it takes a crowd to help a loved one adjust emotionally to a senior living community. The whole family should be involved, stressing familiarity and continuation of hobbies as keys to a smooth transition. Remember that senior community doesnāt mean nursing home; seniors can live full and happy lives in [ā¦]
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Downsize And Trade Home Maintenance For Hours Of Free Time. The average American spends nearly two hours doing housework per day. Cooking, cleaning, repairing, yard work ā it all adds up. Maybe you feel like your average day is even more than that. You may have an older home that demands more upkeep or a [ā¦]
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