Downsizing from a home of many years and a lifetime of accumulations is a daunting task. Our treasures and memories are a part of who we are. But the reality of moving into a space that is a fraction of the size of our home means making many hard decisions.
Marleen Maltby has been helping seniors with this process for over 14 years. As an interior designer since 1982, she is an expert at analyzing spaces and assessing possibilities. She is known for her ability to prioritize and problem solve while being sensitive to her client's wishes and needs. If the client wishes to age in place, she is able to downsize, organize and retrofit the home so that the senior can live there safely and comfortably.
Marleen works with the client, caregiver or family member to address time lines and options, help determine how household items will be used or disbursed, arrange for the move and sale of unwanted items and set up the new home.
Emotional support is an important part of the process. Marleen is known for her compassion and understanding of the impact this transition will have on her client. The stress level is high for everyone concerned, therefore a third party can be of invaluable help. As a senior move manager, Marleen can address all aspects of the move, while allowing the client to have final say
HOW MARLEEN CAN HELP YOU
*Assess needs and wants *Work with family and facility coordinator *Plan, schedule, & execute move *Set up new space *Arrange for sale of unwanted items *Shop for new items *Provide emotional and physical support *Help prepare existing home for sale *Organize and retrofit the home for aging in place
