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Very few people wake up one morning and decide it’s time to research downsizing and move management services. More often, the shift happens gradually…with a realization that the home no longer fits as comfortably or practically as it once did.…
If January is about momentum, February is when we turn more inward. It’s the time of year when we slow down enough to notice what our homes are holding, and how much of it we have an emotional attachment to.…
Most moves don’t feel overwhelming at first. But as timelines tighten and decisions stack up, the experience can quickly shift from manageable to demanding. Before long, you’re not just packing—you’re untangling a household shaped by years of daily life. If…
There’s often a moment when families realize that things feel different. A parent is still living independently, but their home seems harder for them to manage. Everyday tasks take more energy than they used to, and simple, daily routines are…
How the Gentle Transitions philosophy lives on through WellRive today By Carlos Huereca President and CPO, WellRive I’ve always believed that growth only matters if it’s grounded in values. Not growth for growth’s sake, but growth that protects what matters…
Field Notes: Insights from the work we do every day with older adults and their families By Alesha Filiatrault, WellRive Wisconsin The turn of the calendar has a way of prompting reflection. There’s something about January – the clean slate,…
Moving into a new home often brings excitement. That feeling can fade once the reality of setting up each room begins. Furniture does not always fit as expected, storage fills up faster than planned, and daily routines can feel cramped…
Selling a home can be emotionally challenging, especially for seniors or older adults who are downsizing and beginning a new chapter in a senior living community. It’s more than simply placing a “for sale” sign in the yard, but about…
The moment you notice your parents struggling with everyday tasks or forgetting important details may be the moment to start thinking about their future living situation. It’s not easy for anyone to move from the house they have lived in…
For generations, the “American Dream” was synonymous with more: more space, more rooms, more stuff. But today’s homeowners are redefining what more really means. A growing number of Americans, especially those entering the “Peak 65” decade, are realizing that a smaller home can…