Senior Moving & Relocation Management
Article: Society NW Magazine
Senior Living Transitions With David Haack We’ve known David Haack for years, not only as a trusted expert in the world of senior living, but as a kind and thoughtful friend. Through his company Next Step Transitions, David and his team help families navigate one of life’s biggest transitions with compassion, organization, and decades of…
Read MoreFinding Lightness: The Emotional Journey of Moving to a Senior Living Community
A Firsthand Account When I made the decision to move to a senior living community, I thought the most challenging part would be adjusting to a new place. I was wrong. The real challenge came before the move. The packing, the downsizing, and the countless decisions that come with leaving behind a home filled with…
Read MoreFrom Overwhelmed to Empowered: A Real Family’s Senior Placement Journey
When the Taylor family (names changed for privacy) first contacted NextStep Transitions, they were feeling something many families face when caring for an aging loved one: completely overwhelmed. The Situation Joan Taylor, 82, lived in her home for nearly 40 years. Recently widowed and recovering from a fall, her health was declining, and her once-sharp…
Read MoreHow to Have “The Talk” About Senior Living with Aging Parents
I have a friend whose parents, in our opinion, needed to make a move to senior living years ago. However, her parents didn’t see the need. Today, her dad has advanced Parkinson’s and is no longer able to navigate the stairs in their home safely, and he’s dealing with dementia. Her mom was recently diagnosed…
Read MoreTaking the NextStep: A Guide to Modern Aging Care Options
As we and/or our loved ones age, finding the correct type of care becomes a top priority. With several options available, understanding their differences can help you make the best choice. Working with a professional NextStep Family Advisor who already has relationships with and knows various senior care settings may be your best option. Among…
Read MoreLove and Friendship: The Heart of Senior Living
People don’t often think of love when they think about senior living communities. But I challenge you to do so. Love, in its many forms, is alive and thriving in these communities. In my more than 30 years working in the senior living field, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing love every day. It’s in…
Read MoreWhen Springtime Brings More Than Sunshine: How to Support Aging Loved Ones in the Warmer Months
As the chill of winter fades and the days grow longer, spring and summer arrive with their usual promises: blooming flowers, fresh-cut grass, buzzing bees, and warm sunshine. But for some modern agers, these seasons bring more than beauty. They bring challenges that can go unnoticed by those around them. While nature begins to flourish,…
Read MoreArticle: Seattle Times
Downsizing is no small feat. In the Seattle area, it’s very common for older adults to move into homes that are 700 to 900 square feet, says Mindy Garner, a real estate agent and the founder of ElderMove Alliance, a group of businesses aligned in their goal of helping older adults achieve their goals.Many people…
Read MoreDownsizing Move in your Future? Who is on your Transition Team?
If you have a large, downsizing move in your future you need to start planning. To speak bluntly, you need to start getting your ducks in a row. A significant move from a home of 30 plus years has many twists and turns that you should be preparing for. I have always told people that…
Read MoreYou Can’t Take It All, but You Can Take What is Important
Some people think when they move into a retirement community or downsize to a smaller space that they have to give up everything. That is a big reason why many people put off moving for so long – sometimes too long. They are not ready to leave behind all the things that bring them joy. …
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