As New York City’s top relocation company, we can assure you that seniors move into and move out of New York City in roughly equal numbers. Some seniors are seeking the convenience that comes with having every imaginable resource accessible in the city, others leave the city for a more affordable cost of living and to have more space.
When you’re helping a senior move, it helps to understand both where they’re moving and why. This information helps to make downsizing easier because you’ll know how much downsizing needs to be done and what type of items will be vital for them to have.
The senior from the suburbs who is moving to Queens to be near their children will have a lot of downsizing to do: it’s a radical change going from a 1,500+ sq ft home to a 600 sq ft apartment! On the other hand, the senior who is moving from SoHo to South Florida can safely donate their snow boots and winter coats to a local charity: they won’t need them where they’re going.
One way you can help a senior move is to help them find places that accept the type of items they need to downsize. Connecting with local charity groups and arranging pickup can take a lot of stress out of your senior’s life: just make sure that all the arrangements you’re making work with their schedule before you make them! Here are other ways you can help seniors move:
Help them connect with new doctors, pharmacies, and other care providers ahead of time.
Staying healthy is a top priority of many seniors, but finding new physicians, pharmacies and other care providers that accept their insurance and are the right choice for their needs can be an overwhelming, time-consuming process. Doing research that helps the seniors in your life connect quickly and effectively with new care providers is a great service.
Finding a Reliable Moving Company for Seniors
Sometimes, people take advantage of seniors. You want to protect your loved ones from predatory cons who tack on undisclosed extra fees & last minute charges, holding a truckload of possessions hostage until their demands are paid. Do your research and find a professional moving company with a reputation for excellence. You’ll want to check with the Better Business Bureau and review sites to see what other people’s experience has been like. Once you find a reliable moving company, you’ll enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing your loved one’s stuff is in good hands!