18, Sep 2017
Without a doubt, downsizing elderly parents can be a stressful job for adult children. My team and I regularly work with individuals or siblings who are helping their parents edit down and move into a smaller living space. When we help pack, we are always on the lookout for valuable… Read more
15, May 2017
Organizing a move, whether you are downsizing, upsizing or rightsizing is high on the stress meter. But assisting someone who has dementia adds another complex layer. If you are helping move a loved one into a new family home or care facility, typical communication patterns may not be effective. We… Read more
19, Apr 2016
Sam and his wife have been living in the same house for 40 years. They are empty nesters and decided it was time to downsize. They realized they had far more capacity than they needed in their old house. Their new home is one-third of the size of their previous… Read more
23, Apr 2014
Spring is in the air. Time for new beginnings and fresh starts. If downsizing or right-sizing is on the horizon, it could be the beginning of a new lifestyle! Perhaps it’s your parents who are downsizing because they: can no longer maintain such a large home want to live closer… Read more
22, Aug 2011
We hear more and more about the Sandwich Generation. And if you are living right smack in the middle of it, you know exactly what we mean when we talk about getting a grip on ageing. Juggling the demands of caring for your children and spouse and keeping on top… Read more
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