There are some things in life that happen to us that we have no control over. One of these is aging. Each and every that we are living here on this earth we are getting older. As people age there are pros and cons that come along with the process. Sometimes as people age one of the negatives is that they can no longer safely take care of themselves. Over the years Prodigy Moving & Storage has helped many people move their elderly parent(s) into their home. We have put together some tips for you to help make this transition easier for you and your loved one.
Do You have Room for Your Parents to Move In with You?
Before you commit to having your elderly parent(s) move into your home there are some things that you will want to consider. First you will want to decide if you truly have room for them to live with you. Sometimes even though our hearts are completely willing, our homes are simply not large enough to accommodate one more person. Even though you might want to say yes you may not be able to do it at this time.
How Much Will it Cost to Let My Elderly Parent Live with Me?
If you have decided that you have room in your home for your elderly parent(s) next you will need to take a look at your finances. Having one extra person live in your home adds additional expenses to your monthly budget. Frequently elderly people have specific dietary needs that can be more expensive to purchase than what you are currently used to. Before they move in you will want to openly discuss who the financial burden will fall on when they move into your home.
Are Your Parents Independent or Do They Need Care?
You will also want to evaluate what kind of care they will need when they are living in your home. Some elderly people are still fairly independent while others need frequent care. Will you hire someone to help take care of their additional needs or will you take care of it yourself? You will want to have a plan in place for any extra care that will need to be given before they move in.
How Do I prepare for an Elderly Parent Moving In?
After you have worked out all of these details it is time to start the process of actually moving your elderly parent(s) into your home. You and your parent(s) will need to prepare their home for the big move. You will need to make space for them to move into your home. This process will be unique for each family that goes through it. You will want them to be comfortable when they move in so take time to plan this part thoroughly.
Packing Belongings for Moving
Then you will need to help your parent(s) with their belongings. Prodigy Moving & Storage can come and help you pack up their belongings and move them into your home for you. Before we come you will want to have already decided what will be coming into your home, what is being sold or donated, and what is being put into storage. Taking the time to plan in advance will help the process go smoother for everyone involved.
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We wish you the best of luck as you welcome your elderly loved one(s) into your home! Give Prodigy Moving & Storage a call today to schedule your next move.