What to know about this topic:
- First step: downsize!
- How Chartwell can support you
- Our best piece of advice
- The complete guide to downsizing for seniors
If you or a loved one have decided that a retirement residence is the next chapter in your story, you’re probably feeling mixed emotions about it. That’s natural when embarking on any big life change. Perhaps you’re nervous but excited? Nostalgic but curious? Or unsettled yet relieved? These emotions are valid, and it’s healthy to name them. Embracing change is a natural part of life, and at Chartwell, we’re here to make this transition smooth and rewarding for you.
No matter how confident or at peace you are with embracing the many possibilities of retirement living, you’re not alone if you’re feel daunted by the chore of moving. It doesn’t matter if you’re moving to a bigger house, a smaller apartment, or a senior living community; there’s lots of work involved, and for some, it isn’t exactly enjoyable!
First step: downsize!
Did you know Chartwell Retirement Residences offers you support as you get ready to undertake the task of downsizing? We’ll help you or your family member feel confident that embracing the benefits of retirement living at Chartwell will make your life better. Any work involved with moving or downsizing is well worth it in the long term.
You may already be thinking about these questions: How can I downsize my home for senior living, reduce my belongings and furniture, and decide what I should keep for the move? What is the best way to organize and declutter? How can I furnish and decorate my new suite? Will I feel at home? How emotional will I get?
How Chartwell can support you
You don’t have to do it alone. Chartwell Retirement Residences will support your transition to senior living—not just on move-in day, but from when you begin downsizing all the way to after you settle in at your new residence. In fact, our experienced Retirement Living Consultants pride themselves on adding value to every stage of your move, including offering you access to trusted community organizations and professionals who will help make your downsizing journey run smoothly.
Learn more on how we support you both pre- and post-move to make your experience as seamless and worry-free as possible, supporting both you and your family.
Our best piece of advice
Keep the big picture in mind, even during those moments of stress. You’ve chosen retirement living for a reason—whether that be for social enrichment, daily support, a feeling of safety or simply convenience—and it will all be worth it when you’re handed the keys to your new home.
The complete guide to downsizing for seniors
To help support your transition to senior living, we are pleased to share our exclusive “Downsizing Tips for Senior Living” Guide where we provide expert guidance on the following topics:
- How to downsize your home for senior living
- Reducing your belongings and furniture
- What to keep when you are downsizing
- Organization and decluttering tips
- And much more!
