Bella Reflections/Visiting Angels – In the Studio with Bryan Devore
I’m Getting a Little Older
Apartment hunting in Brooklyn earlier this year was the predictable nightmare. I saw a place on Fifth Street that looked perfectly acceptable except that it had no closets. Not one. And a place above a dog day care business where, the rental agent swore, the clientele were let outside to race around the [...]
The Boomer Stuff Avalanche
Every time Dale Sperling's mother pops by for her weekly visit, she brings with her a possession she wants to pass on. To Sperling, the drop-offs make it feel as if her mom is "dumping her house into my house." The most recent offload attempt was a collection of silver platters, which Sperling [...]
Upcoming Event: Community Health and Wellness Fair
The Poway Chamber of Commerce's Community Health & Wellness Fair is coming up on Saturday, January 13th, from 11am-2pm. Our sister company, Visiting Angels San Diego will be sponsoring the event, held at the Glen at Scripps Ranch!
New York Times: Moving is a Monumental Task for Many Older Americans
In an article for the New York Times, Paula Span writes about senior move management, with testimonials from individuals from around the country. Hiring a senior moving company can help provide innovative solutions based on experience for unanticipated problems, provide guidance and help in the face of a daunting task at an emotional time, help [...]
Aging in Place
Aging in place offers numerous benefits to seniors by recognizing the importance of preserving independence, familiarity, and a sense of belonging. They can continue to live among their cherished belongings and in the company of neighbors and friends they have known for years, fostering a strong support network. Aging in place can promote better [...]
Hiring a Senior Move Manager
Here are some helpful questions to ask when you consider hiring a Senior Move Manager. How long have you been providing senior move management services? Have you participated in any formal training? Are you fully insured for liability and workers’ compensation? Will you provide a written contract? Can you provide references? Are you a [...]
What is a Senior Move Manager
A Senior Move Manager (SMM) is a professional who specializes in assisting seniors and their families with the emotional and physical aspects of relocation. The services offered by SMM may vary; however, anyone who chooses to use services from a SMM will receive much more than a relocation. While supervising the relocation logistics are [...]
A Poem for Downsizing
In honor of Great Poetry Reading Day, April 28th, below is a poem by an anonymous author. It was written by a senior who recently lost his wife of many years and is now facing a move. POEM FOR ALL THOSE DOWNSIZING Wondering where to start with all this, On my own, my partner I [...]
Understanding Senior Living
Gone are the days when “retirement housing” was just a nice way of saying “nursing home.” Today, many different senior living options exist, yet many older adults and their families are not aware of the choices. An overview of the alternatives reveals that retirement housing is as varied as the lifestyles and needs of residents. [...]