Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the benefits of hiring a move coordinator?
Mary, a resident of Ottawa, knew that she needed help downsizing and moving from her home of 40 years into a new retirement community. Mary knew that as much as she wanted her children, who lived out of province, to help through this difficult transition, they would not be able to come for much longer that a few days. She needed help.
- Why is moving so difficult for seniors?
For seniors, the very thought of downsizing and moving from a home they have lived in for decades is quite a daunting task. And for an “adult child” that does not live close to his or her parent(s), helping can be problematic. So much so, that the decision is often postponed until a later date or when a fall or accident necessitates a swift move without a lot of planning.
3. What can the Ottawa Homesell Support move coordinator do for you?
Whether you are a caregiver, the child of a senior or a senior yourself, our move coordinator can take all the worry and stress away from making a transition to a new home. An initial consultation will provide you with the information on the services available and how our move coordinator will assist you with your relocation. This initial consultation is free. Here are the five key things that our move coordinator will do for you:
a) Help you decide the most appropriate pieces of furniture to bring and provide you with a detailed floor plan of your new home.
b) Work with you on the “sorting process” and help you make a list of all items as the first step in deciding what to keep, what to sell or give away to family, charity or friends. This is a very time consuming and difficult process, but a most important part of letting go with the old and preparing for the new.
c) Engage a realtor to sell your home and/or arrange for the sale of items, not going to your new home, through an antique specialist or consignment. Remaining items will be recycled to a worthy charity of your choice.
d) Assist with all the little details such as change of address, cable, telephone and utilities.
e) When it comes time for the actual move, your move coordinator will book elevators, arrange for a reputable mover, pack, unpack and set everything up for you to start your new life in your new home.
4. What is the bottom line?Hiring an Ottawa Homesell Support move coordinator is a great way to reduce worry and stress from downsizing and moving to anew location, with or without family help.