Moving to a senior living community is an exciting new adventure! It’s a chance to simplify your life, embrace new experiences, and leave the worries of home maintenance behind. This room-by-room guide will help you pack efficiently and ensure you have everything you need for a smooth transition to your new home.

Bedroom:

• Wardrobe Essentials: Pack your favorite everyday clothes, pajamas, and some outfits for special occasions.
• Bedding: Bring your most comfortable bedding, including sheets, blankets, pillows, and a mattress pad.
• Personalize Your New Space: Don’t forget to bring photos of loved ones, artwork, and décor items to make your new room feel like home.
• Nightstand Necessities: An alarm clock, reading lamp, and nightlight are always useful.
• Important Documents: Keep important documents like your ID, insurance cards, medical records, and financial paperwork organized and accessible.

Bathroom:

• Toiletries: Pack all your bathroom essentials together in one box: shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothbrush, medications, and eyeglasses.
• Keep it Accessible: Make sure this toiletries box is easily accessible, not packed away in the moving truck, as you’ll need it right away.
• Bathroom Items: Pack a soap dish, toothbrush holder, non-slip bath mat, and a wastebasket.
• Comfort Essentials: Bring bath towels, a comfortable bathrobe, and non-slip slippers.

Living Room:

• Create a Cozy Retreat: Bring cozy throw blankets, lamps, and your favorite pieces of furniture, such as a sofa or loveseat, recliner, coffee table, and end tables.
• Entertainment: Pack your favorite books, magazines, games, or craft supplies, along with your TV, radio, laptop/tablet, and cell phone.
• Cherished Memories: Display your treasured family photos, keepsakes, and décor that brings you joy.

Kitchen:

• Dining In: Pack a few sets of dishes, cutlery, and glassware for enjoying meals and snacks in your new apartment.
• Small Appliances: A coffee maker or toaster oven can be convenient for preparing quick meals and beverages.
• Pantry Staples: Don’t forget your favorite coffee, tea, and snacks!

Tips for a Smooth Move:

• Downsize First: Before packing, take the time to declutter and donate or discard items you no longer need or use.
• Pack with Purpose: Walk through your home and choose only the items you truly want, need, and have space for in your new residence.
• Label Clearly: Labeling boxes by room and their contents will make unpacking much easier.
• “First Night” Box: Pack a separate box with essential items like toiletries, medications, a change of clothes, and a phone charger.

Ready to experience your new home? Schedule a tour at Village of the Heights today! We’d be delighted to show you around and answer any questions you may have about making our community your new home.