Exploring Aging's Impact on Seniors' Daily Lives: Physical, Cognitive, and Emotional Changes & How to Support Them.
Losing loved ones is a natural part of life, but handling the emotional and practical matters left behind can be overwhelming. Professional estate clearing offers a way to ease this burden.
Unifying Pride Month and Senior Month, we explore diversity, achievements, and the importance of inclusion for LGBTQ+ and senior communities.
Unlock tax benefits for seniors and their adult children in Canada. Alivio Downsizing offers compassionate downsizing services, complemented by insights from financial planner Heather Holjevac. Navigate deductions and credits for a smooth transition and optimal financial well-being.
The process of liquidating and cleaning out an estate may seem overwhelming, particularly if you have never handled it before. Perhaps you have recently inherited an estate or are responsible for managing one, and you are unsure where to begin.…
As we welcome the arrival of Spring, there is a sense of rejuvenation and transformation in the air. For seniors, the benefits of moving during this time of year can be particularly advantageous.
Are you currently navigating the challenges of supporting aging senior parents? Rita Monteiro, owner of Alivio Downsizing, shares her expertise on the topic. Learn practical tips and strategies to help you and your loved ones thrive during this season of…
For many, there will come a point in time when a decision will need to be made with or on behalf of an aging parent. How to take care of your aging parent’s home when downsizing is just as important…
Downsizing your home can be a significant life change that requires thoughtful planning and preparation. It can also come with some challenges but with the right planning and preparation, it can also be a great opportunity to simplify your life. Downsizing…
The process of estate settlement can be daunting, time-consuming, and emotionally draining for family members, especially when they are already dealing with the loss of a loved one. Estate clearing is the process of organizing, sorting, and disposing of the…
Going through the moving process at any time of the year can be a stressful ordeal. Moving during the Winter, however, brings its own set of challenges and safety hazards. This is especially true for older adults. Winter moves are…
If you are the loved one of a senior who needs assistance with the downsizing of their apartment in the Greater Toronto Area, you’re likely feeling overwhelmed; logistically, there are a lot of details to for the proper reappropriation of their belongings.…
Moving seniors can be quite different from previous moves experienced because of extra elements involved, such as health, mobility, vision, time restrictions, and home size. Preparing before can be the difference between a happy move, where everything goes smoothly and…
The move from living at home to living in a Retirement Community is a big step for everyone involved. Undoubtedly, it will be a change for family members and friends. However, it is important to remember one thing. The person who…
Most of us- if not all of us- have a storage room. The name of this area may be called something different in each household. The shed, the file room, the second office, the “do not enter because too much stuff could…
Getting the perfect gift for a loved one can sometimes be difficult. Whether it’s to celebrate a birthday, or a special holiday, no one wants to give a gift that will simply be put to the side to collect dust. …
According to Merriam-Webster’s, hoarding is defined as, “the compulsion to continually accumulate a variety of items that are often considered useless or worthless by others; accompanied by an inability to discard the items without great distress” At Alivio Solution, we are experts…
Every family home has a story: the ups and downs of building a life together, the joy of raising children, and the warmth between friends and family. Between those walls, you’ve created a lifetime of memories that you’ll hold on…
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…
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…
