Moving to a new home is stressful in and of itself. When the move involves a senior relocating to a nursing home or assisted living facility, the situation is considerably more complicated, both emotionally and physically. Fortunately, a number of companies now specialize in helping seniors and their loved ones move to long-term care facilities, or even relocate to smaller, senior-friendly private homes. Together, these companies are known as Senior Move Managers. The National Organization of Senior Move Managers (NASMM) was formed in 2002. NASMM now comprises Senior Move Management companies across the United States, Canada, and overseas. According to the NASMM website, Senior Move Managers typically provide all or some of the following services, depending on the particular company and the senior’s specific needs: Creation of an overall move or “age in place” plan Organizing the move, sorting belongings, and downsizing Customized floor plans Arranging for the profitable disposal
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