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[quote=Anonymous]OP, have you spent much time with your MIL lately?  I went through a recent move for my aunt, and although I thought she was competent (i.e. still paying her own bills, maintaining house, etc.), it turned out she was having problems with memory -- mainly short term recall.  I didn't recognize it until after I got her to move here.

There is an organization which lists senior moving companies that can help you with the transition (once you convince her to move).  Check out this website http://www.nasmm.org/
I used one of the companies listed here (in Florida), and they did EVERYTHING.  Helped her make decisions on what to keep, sorted, packed, sold what was left (including furniture).  Worked with the real estate agent to help stage the house for the market.  Worth every penny.

Another thing I would highly suggest is that you get a handle on their finances once they get settled.  Do it while there is some level of cognitive ability because it only gets harder.  My aunt had her money scattered all over the place in different banks and funds.  I eventually became the trustee of her estate and moved everything to one financial planner to manage.

Good luck OP.  This is a very challenging and stressful undertaking.  [/quote]

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