Helping loved ones move is a huge responsibility. When packing their belongings, you have to make sure all items are accounted for before transporting to the new location. No matter how careful you are, losing some items can still happen.
In today’s post, the local senior move managers of Busy Buddies, Inc. shares the most commonly lost items in a move.
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Keys
Keys for the house or car are not items you ever want to misplace. However, they tend to disappear right when it’s time to use them. Having several sets of keys is always a good idea.
Wallet
Losing a wallet is never an enjoyable experience, but it can happen when moving. You could have misplaced it somewhere while preparing everything for packing. Always keep your wallet close to your person to prevent misplacing it during a move.
Basic Toiletries and Medicine
These are essential, yet they’re among the most commonly lost items during senior moving. While toiletries can usually be easily replaced, misplacing medicine is a bigger problem.
Tips to Avoid Losing Things During a Move
Packing things and moving them can be overwhelming, which is why you have to take steps to avoid losing important items. Labeling every box appropriately is a good place to start. If you don’t do this, you’re likely to forget about what’s inside the boxes, losing track of where key items are.
Another way to get yourself organized for your loved ones’ move is to pack one room at a time. Ideally, you won’t move to the next room without completely emptying the initial room you started working on. This will help you remember to pack everything from that room without mixing up items from other rooms.
For downsizing help for seniors and other moving needs, turn to Busy Buddies, Inc. No job is too big or small for us as we help you sort through years of belongings and memories via scheduled sessions. Give us a call at (703) 828-1833 or fill out our contact form to request a free estimate. Our service areas include Fairfax, VA, and the surrounding areas.
