Moving to a senior living community is an exciting step! It’s a chance to simplify your life, embrace new freedoms, and enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle. But the thought of packing can be daunting. This room-by-room guide will help you navigate the process and ensure you bring the essentials to your new home.

Bedroom:

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

Bathroom:

• Toiletries: Pack all your bathroom essentials in one box: shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothbrush, medications, eyeglasses, etc.
  • Pro Tip: This toiletries box should be easily accessible, not packed away in the moving truck, as you’ll need it right away.
• Bathroom Basics: Pack a soap dish, toothbrush holder, a non-slip bath mat, and a wastebasket.
• Comfort Items: Bring bath towels, a cozy bathrobe, and non-slip slippers for your comfort.

Living Room:

• Create a Cozy Space: Pack your favorite throw blankets, lamps, and furniture, such as a sofa or loveseat, recliner, coffee table, and end tables.
• Entertainment: Bring along your favorite books, magazines, games, and craft supplies, as well as your TV, radio, laptop/tablet, and cell phone.
• Cherished Belongings: 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 simple meals or beverages.
• Pantry Staples: Don’t forget your favorite coffee, tea, and snacks!

Tips for a Smooth Transition:

• Pack with Intention: Walk through your home and choose only the items you truly want, need, and have space for in your new home.
• Declutter First: Before packing, take the time to declutter and donate or discard items you no longer need or use.
• Label Clearly: Labeling boxes by room 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 discover your new home? Schedule a tour at the Doliver of Tanglewood today! We’d love to show you around and answer any questions you may have about making our community your new home.