Category: Senior Living

A senior couple sorts through their possessions to determine what should be kept for a move into assisted living

Downsizing, Senior Living • August 27, 2025

What to Bring to Assisted Living (and What Not to Bring)

Key Takeaways Bring practical necessities like clothing, medications, and essential toiletries, as well as meaningful keepsakes, to make your space feel familiar and warm. Avoid bringing items that may overcrowd your space or conflict with the community’s guidelines. Thoughtful planning is essential to ensure a smooth transition and to help you feel at home in…

A young adult helping an older adult pack their home, taking a moment to reminisce over a photograph and hugging.

Memory Care, Senior Living • July 28, 2025

How to Move a Parent with Dementia Into a Memory Care Community

Memory care is an incredible option when dementia is involved. However, it's also a significant change. Without a proper plan, it's easy to feel overwhelmed trying to move an older parent to memory care. You want to plan for the future and get your parent the care they deserve. So, how can you make this…

senior couple downsizing to senior living community

Senior Living • July 3, 2025

5 Downsizing Tips For Seniors

Downsizing can feel overwhelming—but it also opens the door to a simpler, more peaceful way of living. With the right mindset and a little planning, it’s possible to make the transition to a senior living community smooth, empowering, and even joyful. Think of it as creating space for what truly matters. Here are some easy…

Downsizing, Senior Living • June 3, 2025

Downsizing Checklist for Seniors: Tips When Moving

As we age, our lifestyle needs and priorities naturally shift. For many older adults, moving to a smaller, more manageable space can open the door to a simpler, more enjoyable way of life, free from the upkeep of a big home and filled with opportunities to focus on what truly matters. Of course, making that…