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 [...]
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 [...]
Sorting with Seniors
Before moving, it is a good idea to sort through your things so you do not end up moving stuff that you do not need and have never really used. Not only will it save you time in packing and unpacking, but it will also save you money. The more stuff you have to [...]