Long-distance caregiving is becoming increasingly prevalent. While miles may separate us from our loved ones, the bonds of love and responsibility remain strong.

Long-distance caregiving is a delicate balancing act. It involves constantly negotiating physical distance, emotional closeness, and health and safety concerns.   

Let’s talk about the challenges and joys of long-distance caregiving.

The words “downsizing” and “rightsizing” often surface around conversations involving important life transitions for aging adults.

While they sound similar, they paint very different pictures of the journey ahead. At WayMaker, we believe understanding the nuances between these two approaches is crucial for curating a future of New Beginnings explicitly designed for you and your family’s short-term and long-term needs.

A home inventory can also be a vital tool for managing your assets for estate planning purposes - whether in preparation for a will, as part of probate and dividing estate assets, for estate tax valuation purposes, etc.

“Simplicity boils down to two things: Identify the essential, and eliminate the rest.”  – Leo Babauta

As we age, our needs and priorities evolve —  it makes sense that our living spaces reflect and support those changing needs.

However, many aging adults who have lived well for decades in their family homes feel that downsizing represents a loss of independence.

Multigenerational living is quickly becoming a trend here in the U.S. for many reasons, including the economic and healthcare landscape. ‌‌Many older adults are moving in with their older adult children because they lack the financial means to stay home and age in place on their own. ‌ And, in some cases, young adult children are moving home for economic reasons and to help their sandwich-generation parents and grandparents. As a result, families are coming together to live and care for one another for the betterment of the entire family.

As our children approached high school and college graduations, my husband Mark, and I found ourselves contemplating the future. The prospect of an empty nest prompted fruitful conversations about the next chapters in our lives together.

Understanding the difference between a Downsizing & Move Management Company and a traditional Moving Company can make a huge impact on your ‘move experience.’ Both services provide essential support during moves, but they cater to different needs and offer distinctly different services.

In a world where consumerism often dictates our choices and possessions, the idea of decluttering and downsizing can seem daunting. Many of us hold onto items far beyond their usefulness, creating cluttered spaces. Understanding the psychological barriers that make it difficult to let go of our belongings is the first step toward embracing a simpler, more meaningful lifestyle.

Aging in place, the concept of remaining in our own homes as we grow older, versus downsizing, offers many benefits, including familiarity with your home and neighborhood, health & well-being, consistency, cost management, independence, and a sense of belonging.

To ensure an accessible, safe, comfortable, and suitable living space for aging in place, it's essential to consider rightsizing your home. Let’s explore insights and practical tips for rightsizing, including decluttering, making home modifications for accessibility and safety, and creating a functional and safe space.