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Senior Downsizing – Part 2 of 3January 27, 2012

Article by Alison Starkey, Assistant Manager, Take Care Move Assistance, Lake Oswego, Oregon.   Website:  www.takecareofus.com  Email:  Alison@takecareofus.com   (Used with permission) What we learned as a family: There are many decisions and activities along the way for downsizing a senior.  The following is hardly all inclusive.  It doesn’t talk about legalities, real estate or finances which certainly are also very important, especially during this period of time.  Rather, this list focuses on what ... read more...

Senior Downsizing – Part 1 of 3January 19, 2012

My appreciation goes to Alison Starkey, Assistant Manager of Take Care Move Assistance, Lake Oswego, Oregon, who gave me permission to post portions of her article: “The Zen of Senior Downsizing,” which I will do in 3 parts.   Check out the website:  www.takecareofus.com    Email:  alison@takecareofus.com Are you or someone you know, such as a parent, thinking of moving to a smaller home or retirement community?  This is called senior downsizing and seems to be all the rage ... read more...

“Over the River and Through……..” P.S.January 4, 2012

So let’s say that during your visit you have determined that your parents need help.  Now what do you do?   You either have some time to make plans as to what to do next, or you have urgent circumstances to deal with.  If you don’t have other siblings in the area, you may need to stay on for a few extra days.  As a starting point, if you need one, may I suggest something that my brothers ... read more...