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[quote=Anonymous]You can do a lot without their involvement. You can tour places on your own and review the ratings. You might be able to figure out what places they can afford and how large a space they can afford. You can educate yourself on how you would handle a health crisis and what kinds of companies are well-reviewed for senior moves. And you can hoard up some of your own savings and vacation time. Review your and your DH's family leave policies as well. You don't need anyone's permission or help to be prepared for a crisis.

They will move better if they're deciding what to keep, rather than spending 6 months living in a gradually emptying house-- that's just sad.

Sometimes older people part with possessions better if they think their stuff is going to be used and appreciated. If you can take a box or two of random stuff with you each visit, it'll make a difference over time. And if you can find any young relative or whatever who will at least say they'd like to have certain things, that may help. Older people don't understand that young folks don't want their style of stuff, and there's no reason to burden them with that knowledge. Figure out a charity and it will really help.
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