April 2022 Senior Newsletter

Saving Cherished Memories “Often the hardest items to part with are things of sentimental value,” Roemer says. “It isn’t the item itself that is important, but the memory it holds.” If these sentimental items are large, he recommends photographing them and creating a photobook. Seeing a photo of the treasure from your honeymoon will likely spark the same special recollection of a wonderful time as the item itself. Then, you can focus on making new memories in your new home!”

2. Choose treasures to give to friends or family and offer these items to them, because they may have practical or sentimental value. If these offers are declined, decide if you should donate or sell them. 3. Gather items to sell because they have value or are useful. Consider organizing an estate sale or selling items online. Although these sales take time, they can help offset the cost of moving, packing and unpacking services.

4. Select a charity that collects and resells items to support a cause that is important to you. Some provide pick-up services, but many have a limited ability to accept large items such as furniture. A bit of research can help clarify what items charities need most. 5. Discard items that are no longer useful. Moving provides the perfect opportunity to clear out any extra clutter you may have around the house.

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