Alivio Downsizing

The Effects of Social Isolation in Seniors

In an effort to help break the stigma and raise awareness on mental health, we need to start conversations to foster a culture of support. #BellLetsTalk Day is a great initiative that continues to work as a driver towards chipping away…

10 Benefits of Downsizing

It’s no secret; downsizing your home is a big life transition but it does come with many wonderful benefits. There are so many reasons to downsize. Sometimes it’s a choice based on exciting life events such as becoming empty nesters or retiring…

CPP Death Benefit & More

Did you know that if a contributor to the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) passes, the estate is eligible for a one-time Death Benefit payment (to a maximum of $2500), and possibly a monthly survivor’s pension or children’s benefit? The process of dealing with the death…

An Organized Downsizing Process

Know where you’re going! It’s important to plan things out. You don’t want to be in a situation where you arrive at the new place and realize you still have too many things. Try to have the approximate size of…

What to do After Your Last Goodbye

After you’ve said goodbye to the one you love, the unfortunate truth is that most of us don’t get to sit with our feelings and absorb the grief. Although Alivio Solution is there to support you in dealing with one of the…