Senior Moving Checklist

8 weeks before

• Confirm the destination and move-in date
• Request room measurements and community rules
• Begin sorting one room at a time
• Create keep, family, donate, sell, and discard categories
• Collect legal, medical, and financial documents

4 to 6 weeks before

• Choose furniture using the new floor plan
• Schedule movers and building access
• Arrange donation pickups and disposal
• Update family and care providers
• Order labels and packing supplies

1 to 2 weeks before

• Pack nonessential items
• Label boxes by room and contents
• Confirm medications and medical equipment
• Prepare an essentials bag
• Confirm parking, elevator, and key arrangements

Moving day

• Keep documents, medication, valuables, and essentials with family
• Protect clear walking paths
• Set up the bed and bathroom first
• Place familiar comfort items
• Remove empty boxes promptly

After the move

• Confirm medications and emergency contacts
• Test phone, television, call system, and chargers
• Check lighting and trip hazards
• Follow up with the resident and care team
• Complete address changes