The second empty nest takes some getting used to
By Marianne Delorey ©
John Andrew Holmes once wrote, “A child enters your home and makes so much noise for 20 years that you can...
Best time to sell a house is sooner rather than later
By David J. Dowd
The best time to sell a house can be a financial or lifestyle decision. A common phrase is, “I wish I...
Young at heart: The story of a child’s positive influence
By Marianne Delorey
Little Ava came with her grammy to talk to the housing manager about her lease. “Hmm?” Ava asked, toddling over to the...
Tips on how to downsize your home
By David J. Dowd
Moving to a smaller space can be stressful, emotional and time consuming. It’s no secret we tend to accumulate items over...
What to fix and what not to fix when selling a home
By David J. Dowd
When it’s time to sell a home, one of the hardest decisions is what to fix or repair. In order to...
Moving mom and dad: Some practical tips
By David J. Dowd
Moving is a major life stressor at any age. Whether you are young, or old it can be a burden mentally...
The new reality show: An elder in an empty apartment
By Marianne Delorey
I’ve never been much for reality TV, but there is one show that hits home in my profession. The show is Design...
Moving into someone else’s home
By Marianne Delorey
One of the great adjustments many people face as they age is that they have less control over their lives. Nowhere is that...
Couple finds love late in life at a senior complex
By Marianne Delorey
I am a closet romantic. Yet, it is not young love that makes my heart quiver. I look at young people in love...
How to decide when senior housing is better than home
By Marianne Delorey
As a provider of housing, I know that my biggest competition is not the fancy new apartments down the street. It is...
