Thinking About Downsizing in Rochester? Start Here
A house can hold decades of life. The dining table where birthdays were celebrated. Boxes of photographs you have not opened in years. A basement full of things you meant to sort someday. When you begin thinking about downsizing, deciding what stays and what goes can quickly become more emotional than expected. The good news is that you do not have to figure it all out at once.
On Thursday, Sept. 24 at 3 p.m., Benedictine Living Community-Rochester Madonna Towers will welcome Senior Real Estate Specialist Laurie Mangen for a practical conversation about downsizing. Whether a move is approaching or you simply want to make your current home easier to manage, this event is designed to help you find a realistic place to begin.
How Do You Start Downsizing a Home?
Start with a plan, not a packing box. Trying to sort an entire home at once can make an already emotional process harder. Mangen will share practical strategies to help you:
- Recognize when it may be time to begin
- Reduce stress and feelings of overwhelm
- Simplify your home with greater confidence
- Create a plan that works for your circumstances
You can put what you learn to use right away, even if moving is not in your immediate plans. Sometimes the most helpful first step is simply knowing where to begin. This afternoon is an opportunity to ask questions, learn from a local expert and leave with a clearer plan for what comes next.
Take the First Step at Madonna Towers
Join us at Madonna Towers, 4001 19th Ave. NW in Rochester, for an afternoon designed to make downsizing feel a little more manageable. We’ll have pumpkin bars, apple cider and coffee to enjoy while you learn and connect with others who may be asking some of the same questions.
Sometimes taking the first step is easier with someone beside you. Invite a friend or family member who has been thinking about downsizing and reserve two seats together. Space is limited.