You're juggling a lot. Let us take the shipping off your list.
When mom or dad moves into assisted living, the to-do list gets long fast: paperwork, doctors, the new apartment, the house. Somewhere in there is a pile of things nobody wants to give away: grandpa's desk, the good china, the quilts, boxes of photos. Your parent wants those things to stay in the family, but your brother lives in Ohio and your daughter is in Colorado.
That's exactly the situation Senior Assist Shipping was built for. We started in packing and shipping stores serving many seniors, and we saw again and again what families needed when they were transitioning a parent into assisted living. Today we help families across Palm Beach County ship those belongings to the people who will treasure them.
How we help during an assisted living transition
- We come to you. We start with a no-cost meeting to talk about what you'd like to accomplish.
- A personalized quote for packing and shipping the items your family has chosen.
- Pickup, sorting, and packing from your parent's home, organized by who is receiving what.
- Shipping to each family member's address, whether that's across the state, across the country, or overseas.
To be clear about what we do: Senior Assist Shipping is a packing and shipping service, not a moving company. We don't move your parent or their household into the new apartment. We pack and ship the belongings that are going to family members and other destinations.
Tips for deciding what to ship
Every family does this differently, but a few ideas make it easier:
- Let your parent lead where possible. Many seniors find comfort in choosing who receives a special piece.
- Start with what each person truly wants. Ask relatives for a short list rather than guessing.
- Think about value and meaning. Some furniture costs more to ship than to replace, but some pieces can't be replaced at all. We're happy to talk through options.
- Photograph and label as you go. A simple list with item, recipient, and destination makes quoting and packing much faster.
Working around move-in dates
A parent's assisted living move-in often has a firm date. The house may need to be cleared for a sale, or a lease may be ending. Tell us your timeline when you call, and we'll plan around it. We also work with senior move managers, organizers, and real estate agents, so if you already have a team helping your parent, we're glad to coordinate our shipping with them (see our page for professionals).
If you live out of state
Many of the adult children we hear from are managing a parent's move from far away. Read our guide for out-of-state families to see how to get started by phone, and what details help us prepare your quote.
Related help
If your parent is downsizing from a house to a condo or smaller home rather than moving into assisted living, see downsizing shipping. For small, precious items like photos, jewelry boxes, and letters, see keepsake shipping.