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Where do you want to grow old?
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I’m seriously thinking about getting myself into an Independent Living Program. It’s going to cost almost double what I pay now.
I am 76, live alone, and have a movement disorder so I’m a fall risk.
My concern is what can I do with all my furniture, paintings, kitchen stuff, more importantly old pictures.
Selling most of my collections may be easy to do but, at the same time emotionally draining.
Going from a 1450 sq. ft, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage house, to an apartment of 650 sq ft is going to be tricky. I’m not sure how I feel about that.
However, it’s for my safety and good health. I’ve chosen a really beautiful place.
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@SusanEllen66
Susan-
I always enjoy your attitude.
My friend Karen had two houses filled with memorial stuff (endless family portraits and collectables). I couldn't imagine how she would move to an apartment in a retirement community.
Always professional, she hired a professional to organize her downsizing, packing and moving to her new home, where she lived very comfortably, not having to maintain two houses full of stuff.
I'm glad you're moving on.
Let us know how it goes.
@SusanEllen66 You may already know this, but there are services for helping seniors down-size. You could Google something like "senior move managers" or "professional organizers"
Best of luck with your move, Susan. I'm sure they'll be some challenges / adjustments to be made. But also some potentially excellent opportunities / advantages. Please keep us here posted.
All the best!
/LarryG
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@SusanEllen66 Your concerns are very similar to what a friend of mine went through after her husband passed away.
Ironically, her name is Sue Ellen.