Home and Condo Sale

SENIOR TRANSITION SUPPORT

Senior Real Estate Specialist

Stefanie Cadou heads up our Real Estate Division. Stefanie is a residential real estate broker specializing in senior home and condo sales. She holds a Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) designation. Stefanie and her network of like-minded real estate brokers understand the unique challenges for seniors and their adult children, many of whom are busy professionals or living out-of-town.

We provide professional support and guidance on the sale of your property. This includes a detailed home evaluation, a competitive analysis of the market and perhaps most importantly, we are always present for any visits to the home or condo. We eliminate the use of lock boxes as it is our policy to physically greet every prospective buyer on your property.

In addition to the sale of the home or condo, we very often act as the coordinator to assist the family with additional services such as:

Staging
Pre-sale inspections
Estate sales
Donations
Cleaning crews
Repairs and maintenance

Lawn care
Notary services such as power of attorneys, wills, death certificates and protection mandates
Downsizing and moving services
Support and guidance for out of town children
Insurance options

Downsizing

The process of downsizing can be overwhelming, emotional and exhausting. Whether it’s transitioning from a family home to a condo or seniors residence, or simply downsizing form a larger apartment to a smaller one, our team of compassionate downsizers can get the job done. Our specialty is seniors downsizing. As a result, we understand the unique challenges from a physical and psychological perspective that goes into a transition. To find out more, please click on the following link for our Downsizing Division called Entourage Relocation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you help seniors downsize and transition into a new home or retirement residence?

When families work with our trusted real estate partner to sell their home, we help guide them through the downsizing and transition journey, including decluttering support, move coordination, transition planning, and settling comfortably into their new space.

When should families start planning a senior downsizing move?

It’s best to begin planning before a crisis occurs. Early planning reduces stress, provides more housing options, and allows seniors to transition at a comfortable pace.

What downsizing support is included when selling a senior’s home?

As part of our home and condo sale support services, families may receive guidance with move planning, decluttering, organizing belongings, transition coordination, and retirement residence planning to help simplify the process.

How do you help seniors emotionally adjust to downsizing?

We understand that leaving a longtime home can be emotional. We provide compassionate guidance and personalized transition support that respects the senior’s memories, independence, and comfort throughout the process. Read how Mr. Dorey successfully navigated the downsizing and senior transition process.

Can you help families decide what to keep, donate, sell, or discard?

Yes. We help families thoughtfully organize belongings while coordinating resources for donations, storage, estate organization, and move preparation during the home sale transition.

Do you coordinate senior home sales and real estate services?

Yes. We work alongside our trusted real estate partner to help families navigate the home or condo sale process while coordinating the transition into the next stage of living.

Can you help seniors move into retirement homes or assisted living communities?

Absolutely. We help coordinate the transition into retirement residences or assisted living communities while supporting families throughout the move and settling-in process.

What support do you provide during the moving process?

We help coordinate moving logistics, timelines, transition planning, and settling into the new home to help reduce stress for seniors and their families.

How does downsizing support reduce stress for families?

Having professional transition support during a home sale helps families avoid overwhelm by simplifying logistics, coordinating trusted resources, and providing guidance during emotionally challenging transitions.

What makes your senior downsizing and transition services different?

Our approach focuses on the complete senior transition journey — combining compassionate support, home sale coordination, retirement living guidance, and personalized transition planning to help families feel supported every step of the way. Explore similar senior transition stories and expert insights on "The Life Unrehearsed Show".

Can downsizing support help after a hospital stay or sudden health change?

Yes. We often support families facing urgent transitions following hospitalization, mobility changes, cognitive decline, or increased care needs by helping coordinate housing and transition services quickly and compassionately.

Do you help seniors settle into their new home after the move?

Yes. Our support continues beyond moving day by helping seniors adjust to their new environment and making the transition feel as smooth and comfortable as possible.

Emotional / Urgent / Planning Questions

How do I help my parents downsize after living in the same home for decades?

Leaving a longtime home can be an emotional experience for many seniors. We help families navigate the downsizing process while supporting both the practical and emotional aspects of the transition. Explore practical downsizing tips for seniors and families planning ahead for future transitions. 

What should families do when a senior suddenly needs to move?

Unexpected health changes can create urgent housing decisions. We help families coordinate downsizing, home sales, retirement living options, and transition planning during these situations.

How can downsizing reduce stress during a senior transition?

A well-organized downsizing plan can simplify the moving process and reduce decision fatigue. We help families coordinate the many details involved in a senior transition.

What if my parents feel emotionally attached to their home and belongings?

Many seniors have strong emotional connections to their homes and possessions. We help families navigate these transitions with compassion while respecting memories and meaningful belongings.

How do families manage downsizing without feeling overwhelmed?

Downsizing involves many decisions, timelines, and logistics. Our team helps coordinate resources and create a structured plan that makes the process more manageable. Discover downsizing strategies and senior move planning tips to help make the transition more manageable.

Can you help coordinate a quick move after a hospitalization or health crisis?

Yes. We help families facing urgent transitions by coordinating housing options, downsizing support, and retirement residence planning when time is limited. Read how one family successfully navigated a hospital discharge and transition to a senior living community.

How do I know when it's time to sell a senior's home?

Families often consider selling when home maintenance becomes difficult, safety concerns increase, or care needs change. We help evaluate options and support the transition process. Explore expert insights on downsizing, selling a senior's home, and planning a successful transition through The Life Unrehearsed Show. 

What happens if a loved one needs both a home sale and retirement living support?

We help coordinate the transition from home ownership to retirement living by supporting both the housing and planning aspects of the move.

Can you help seniors transition smoothly into a retirement residence?

Yes. We help coordinate the transition process and provide support that makes moving into a retirement residence less stressful for seniors and their families.

How do families balance emotional and practical decisions during downsizing?

Downsizing often involves both logistical and emotional considerations. We help families make informed decisions while respecting the senior's wishes and overall well-being.

Moving

Movers are available to assist with the move of all your belongings from bulkier items such as appliances, couches, dining room and bedroom sets, all the way to much smaller and precious items such as paintings, artwork and cherished memorabilia. Click here to find out more about our moving services which could also include: Estate sales, donations and junk removal.