How Will You Know It’s Time To Downsize?

Many older adults find that the home they have lived in for many years, even decades, although comfortable and familiar, has become too difficult to maintain. Even knowing that, what are the signs that say it is time to take the step to downsize into something smaller and convenient?

Making the decision to move will be one of the biggest decisions you will make. It would be easier to stay in your home than to think about what to do all of your belongings that has accumulated over the years. For most people, this is just too overwhelming to even think about, so they stay in their home.

For some, the choice to move might be their only option. The home has become too large to take care of. They can’t do the yard work like they used to. In the winter it isn’t safe to shovel snow or even walk out to the mailbox. If something breaks, they need to find someone to fix it or ask a family member to help. The maintenance and overall upkeep could just be more than they want to manage.

Many people who have lost a spouse or their children no longer live in the family home, feel lonely and desire to be around people again. If they no longer drive, they will have to rely on someone to take them places. Moving into a residential retirement community like Westminster Village can help with the loneliness because of all the new friendships they will make, as well as renew old friendships, and enjoy all the activities they can participate in.

The decision to move into a smaller home, or to a residential retirement community, may prove to be the best option for safety, security and convenience. A person should give themselves time to downsize if possible. Be sure and visit several communities to know what best fits your lifestyle.

It might prove beneficial to hire a Professional Organizer to help move what is needed and give away items to family members, friends or charities. This process can be as painless as possible to enjoy their life in a maintenance-free, stress-free residential or assisted living apartment that offers many amenities including activities, exercise, security & more.

Melody Scoble
Residential Admissions Coordinator
Westminster Village Muncie, wvmuncie.com