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Senior COD

Senior COD. Senior Move Manager. Stress and Moving. Studies indicate that moving is the second most stressful life event next to losing a spouse Moving can be physically and emotionally traumatic for seniors especially when leaving a home they have been in for decades

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Senior COD

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  1. Senior COD Senior Move Manager

  2. Stress and Moving • Studies indicate that moving is the second most stressful life event next to losing a spouse • Moving can be physically and emotionally traumatic for seniors especially when leaving a home they have been in for decades • Seniors often do not have families that are local or available to devote the time needed for this process

  3. Senior Move Manager A brand new service professional is now available to seniors and their extended family.

  4. Senior Move Manager This dedicated professional provides • Emotional Support • Organizational Support • Hands on support to individuals and their families • Oversight and Management • Practical knowledge of cost, quality and availability of local community resources • Assist in improving quality of life for individuals who want to “age in place”

  5. Services Available Although specific services may vary, most senior move managers can help with some or all of the following:

  6. Develop a Plan to Move or an“Age in Place” Plan

  7. Organize – Sort - Downsize

  8. Custom Floor Plans • Aid in evaluating what furniture to take, give away or donate

  9. Profitable Disposal of Items • Auction Sales • Estate Sale • Buy Out Sale • Consignment • Donation • Dump Disposal

  10. Handle Movers • Interview • Schedule • Oversee • Monitor

  11. Professional Packing • Complete all or some of necessary packing • Oversight of hired packers

  12. Assist with “To Do List” • Utilities • Gas • Water • Sewer • Electricity • Telephone • Cable • Trash Service • Notifications • Address Change • Bill – Subscriptions – Friends etc. • Doctors and Pharmacy • Preparing Old Home

  13. Independent Contractors • Enlist and oversee the use of independent contractors • Painters • Handyman • Landscape Services • Cleaners

  14. Unpacking and Settling In

  15. What are the benefits? Senior Move Managers have expertise in resources and approaches that save money, reduce stress and produce quality results you can see and feel. Services are client-centered and personal to meet the client’s

  16. Why are Senior Move Managers needed now and not 20yrs ago? The numbers tell the story . . . . -The U.S. population aged 65 and over will jump nearly 80% from 2010 to 2030. -By 2030, the elderly will account for 1/5 of the population. -American 85 and above comprise the fastest growing population segment . -Today many families are geographically dispersed. -Many seniors have children who are older adults. -Over half of all seniors moves often take place due to illness or death and the family is likely drained both emotionally and physically. -Older adults making a transition usually have not moved in 30, 40 or even 50 years and they need to downsize considerably.

  17. How Much do Senior Move Managers cost? Fees vary due to geographical region and services requested. Some Managers charge by the hour and person and others give package cost for certain groups of jobs.

  18. What makes a Senior Move Manager different from a moving company? Multifaceted approach to the moving process from space planning to post support and advocacy. Minimize the chaos and stress . They are responsible for creating and executing an action plan customized to the clients wishes. They allow older adults and families the opportunity to make key decisions without the emotional and physical distress surrounding moving. As a result seniors can avoid costly mistakes and remorse often accompanied with lifestyle transitions. Remove much of the work and worry associated with the process of moving and downsizing.

  19. Senior C O D C- Consolidate O – Organize D – Downsize A senior move management Let us “Exceed Your Expectations” 410-829-4196

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