Miscellaneous
I have four facts to share with you today: First, did you know that every day in North America, over 10,000 people turn 65? Second, seniors tend to rent as they age. 83% of seniors up to the age of 79 own a home, but when they enter the age category of 80+, the ownership statistics go down to 63%, a 20% drop, people tend to like to rent more when they age over 80. Third, 60% of seniors say that they have more things than they need and a whopping 75% say that the amount of these things that they own makes them reluctant to move. Lastly, a study found that seniors who moved as part of their retirement plan were happier than those who stayed put. And, seniors are most happy when they move to short-distance near their family and friends. Moving later in life has its unique self-challenges. We are fortunate to have a guest with us today who is an absolute expert on this subject, Lisa Sinnicks. She is the owner and managing director of The Seniors Moving Company. Lisa has over 25 years of experience in seniors housing. Her profession revolves around the following topics: physical and emotional health, conflict resolution, loneliness, isolation, effects of grief and loss, and many such things. It is a hefty chat about moving later in life in this episode and its challenges and the things to consider. Join us! Topics: What are the common mistakes that people make in moving Why people think of moving and their considerations Making the whole process more positive and simpler How she coaches caregivers to take this at face value and appreciate their feelings Challenges she sees during moving When is the good time to start the discussion Where to start moving Her tips to the listeners Links: Host’s email: Rafiq@SeniorsPodcast.com Sponsor’s Link - Right at Home: www.RightAtHomeCanada.com/Winnipeg All Things Senior’s Facebook: www.facebook.com/AllThingsSeniors Lisa's Instagram: #TheSeniorsMovingCompany Lisa's Website: www.SeniorsMovingCo.com Lisa's Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheSeniorsMovingCompany Lisa's Email: Lisa@SeniorsMovingCo.com Did You Know Segment: https://www.seniorlifestyle.com/resources/blog/infographic-upside-downsizing/