Arranging a Senior Move? Consider These 5 Things

Facing a senior move is something we all encounter at some point in life. A senior move is not just a simple task; the emotional aspect carries significant weight. In this article, you will read about what to consider in senior relocations.

Senior homes are often smaller than the current residence.

Therefore, carefully go through the items to be moved. Perhaps this checklist with general decluttering tips might be useful to download and use.

It could also be that the large furniture in the current home does not fit into the new one. Must that special item, which one is very attached to, still be moved? Check well if the dimensions fit through the door of the new senior or assisted living residence.

Senior relocations require extra care.

Moving is already a significant change for everyone, bringing stress with it. When moving seniors, the mental aspect seems even more challenging. Dealing with changes is more difficult at an older age. Do not underestimate a senior move! It requires extra care in handling emotions around the relocation of older individuals: personal guidance, clear explanations, patience, and a lot of attention to the individual.

That's why De Haan, for example, works with one fixed contact person. You can rely on us for a people-oriented approach in senior relocations.

Senior moves often happen on short notice.

The period in which senior homes are delivered is often short. Therefore, quick action is required. This is challenging when someone is not as agile. Packing and loading boxes are physically demanding tasks. If, due to circumstances, you cannot rely on the help of family members, consider hiring a recognized moving company. Make sure they have their equipment and staff. This ensures that a senior move can be resolved quickly, even on short notice.

Moving seniors involves a lot of research.

Moving seniors can be to various types of senior homes: moving to an assisted living residence, moving to a care center, a care flat in the center, etc. Each location has its own house rules that you must adhere to. For example, check if there is an elevator and if it can be used for the senior move. If not, can an external moving lift provide a solution?

De Haan likes to take away the tension in your senior move and is happy to think along in the preparations.

Senior relocations: the mental burden.

Earlier, we talked about the extra care around senior relocations. From our specialized department of large-scale project relocations, De Haan has extensive experience with senior relocations within large care institutions, hospitals, nursing homes, and senior homes. But also in dealing with Alzheimer's or dementia when moving vulnerable seniors.

Did you know that we also pack, transport, and reassemble complete bookcases, placing the books back exactly as they originally stood before the senior move? When working in this way, photos are taken of the arrangement and layout of the bookshelves. This allows us to arrange the living environment as much as possible to the familiar image.

De Haan: options for senior relocations in and around Alblasserdam.

De Haan only offers its careful senior relocations within a radius of 15 km around Alblasserdam. Fully in-house, we can relieve you and your parent(s) with a comprehensive package of choices in services related to senior relocations. With our equipment and empathetic, skilled employees who think extra along with you.

Do you have questions? Feel free to call us at +31 78 6920 333 or fill out our contact form