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Downsizing

Advocacy | Trust | Safety
 

abiRiver is a member of the National Aging In Place Council® and on the board for the Fargo Moorhead Hoarding Coalition. We know downsizing! No matter our age, we probably have things to downsize in our home. Downsizing looks different for everyone. It might mean moving from a 4 bedroom home to a 2 bedroom condo, or it might be sorting through closets to decide what to donate or keep. It could look like helping you reorganize your house so it makes sense for you. It might be an Aging in Place assessment of your home so you can plan for when it is time to downsize.​

Only You Know What's Right For You

Only you know what's right for you and what downsizing means.

That's why we build client trust and advocacy into the essence of our downsizing services. We provide personalized, budget friendly options for meeting those goals, and providing guidance throughout the decision making ahead.

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Downsizing to Age in Place

75-87% of ND/MN homeowners plan on aging in place. 10-20% might actually be able to successfully age in place, safely. It's important to start planning early to set yourself up for success. Aging in Place might not look like staying in the home you are currently in, but you can't picture an alternative. 

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We work with lenders who provide FHA backed Reverse Mortgages, builders who specialize in custom built Universal Designs, and contractors who can help with modifications. Most importantly we work with Senior Living Communities who offer independent living.

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Living in a senior living community offers several benefits compared to aging in place alone:

  1. Safety and Support: 24/7 assistance is available for emergencies, reducing the risk of injury or delayed care.

  2. Socialization: Regular activities and communal living help prevent isolation and promote mental well-being.

  3. Access to Services: Housekeeping, meals, and medical care are readily available, relieving the burden of maintaining a home.

  4. Maintenance-Free Living: No need to worry about home upkeep, repairs, or modifications for accessibility.

 

These benefits can enhance quality of life as health needs increase, and help prevent falls, missed medical emergencies and provide peace of mind for clients and their families. â€‹

What We Do

  • Sort, Organize and Declutter

  • Offer discretion & judgment free help

  • Downsize Planning for Packing

  • Layout Planning (Will your furniture fit in your new space?)

  • ADHD Friendly sorting and decluttering 

  • Help design spaces for more functional use

  • Provide "Aging in Place" assessments 

  • Coordinate delivery of donations

  • Coordinate contractors for home maintenance or improvements

  • Connect you with the right lender or builder

  • Arrange tours of Senior Living Communities

What We Do Not Do

  • Throw anything away without permission from the client

  • Shame or guilt a client into letting go of anything

  • Donate or sell anything the client has not given permission to do so

  • Share private or personal information without permission

  • ​Create unrealistic timelines

  • Add hidden fees or costs

  • Pressure clients to buy, sell or move

If you’d like more information about what we do, get in touch today.

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