Planning Your MoveTo An Independent Living Community
Once you’ve decided to move to a maintenance-free independent living community, the next step is planning your move. You can reduce stress and enjoy a smooth, comfortable transition to your new home with a bit of preparation.
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The following tips can help you proceed confidently as you move, allowing you to settle in and enjoy active, carefree retirement living as quickly as possible.
- Make a written plan and timeline.
Experts suggest using a binder to store the information about your move. Keep all your notes, deadlines and to-do lists in one place. When making to-do lists, start with your move-in date and work backwards to know how much time you’ll have to allocate to each task. You can also store important papers, contact information and receipts in your binder so that nothing gets lost while you are packing and moving.
- Decide what’s moving with you.
Look at the floor plan and measurements from your new independent living apartment and determine which larger items will fit in your new space. Depending on the size difference between your residences, you may need to downsize. Most retirees move into a smaller space and love it because they’re no longer cleaning and maintaining a large home. However, we understand it’s not easy to downsize your belongings. Set aside plenty of time to sort, organize and decide about everything you’re bringing to your new residence.
- Allow time to let go.
Giving yourself time and space is important to process this life transition. While the prospect of moving may be exciting, it’s also natural to experience a range of emotions. If you’re leaving a home filled with years of memories, consider starting with packing items that don’t carry strong sentimental value — this can make the process feel more manageable. And if you’re feeling uncertain about the change, give yourself permission to feel those emotions. Change can be challenging, but it also brings new possibilities — fewer household responsibilities, more time for friendships and a wealth of opportunities to create the lifestyle you’ve envisioned.
- Pave the way for a smooth transition.
With a few easy steps, you can get a head start feeling comfortable at your new independent living community. Ask your sales counselor to introduce you to staff and residents or join them for a meal. If possible, attend community events before your move to start connecting with your future neighbors. Many communities also have resident ambassadors or welcome committees who are happy to answer your questions, make introductions and help you ease into community life. That way, when moving day arrives, you’ll already feel a sense of belonging.
Park Creek – A Carefree, Active Independent Living Community
When you take the time to plan ahead and choose the right independent living community, it can make all the difference. At Park Creek, you’ll discover a lifestyle that reduces your daily chores and responsibilities and enhances your overall well-being. Once you make the move, you’ll find everything you need for a fulfilling, active lifestyle — with less stress and more time to enjoy it all.