I was pretty nervous about moving my mom out of her home of 60+ years. All her memories, all her little things collected over her lifetime – I felt overwhelmed at the thought of it. Everyone involved was extremely supportive and kind, as well as professional and knowledgeable. I felt like they really cared about us. They were respectful of all her things and were friendly and pleasant through the whole day of packing up. Bekins really made this move a lot less painful than I had anticipated. Well done. I highly recommend this company.
I was pretty nervous about moving my mom out of her home of 60+ years. All her memories, all her little things collected over her lifetime – I felt overwhelmed at the thought of it. Our realtor recommended this company and I was grateful for that throughout the entire process. Everyone involved was extremely supportive and kind, as well as professional and knowledgeable. I felt like they really cared about us. The gentleman who did the initial consultation and estimate and the contract coordinator were patient with all my questions and concerns and did a wonderful job of keeping me from worrying too much. The guys who came to actually do the moving were great! They were respectful of all her things and were friendly and pleasant throughout the whole day of packing up. The move coordinator kept me updated with the shipments and when the stuff got close the driver had great communication with me. He unpacked us with an energetic smile and as I’ve been opening boxes, not one thing was damaged or missing. Bekins really made this move a lot less painful than I had anticipated. Well done. I highly recommend this company.
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Bekins Van Lines is here to help. We have plenty of experience moving and downsizing older adults. You don’t have to go it alone; get help from one of our Silver Certified agents. Get in touch to get started with your stress-free move.
Look for the Bekins Silver Certified logo. That logo is a promise that the company understands the importance and difference of moving older adults. No matter the number of items you have, the distance you’re moving or how much help you require, Bekins is here to be your guide and helping hand.
A few tips on helping your elderly parents move include:
- Be empathetic to the change they’re experiencing.
- Help them sort, organize and downsize.
- Plan their living arrangements—will they be going to assisted living?
- Clean as you move them out.
- Hire a moving company.
Learn more about how you can help your elderly parents move.
Bekins’ senior moving services are typically used by older adults who are planning to move to retirement communities, assisted living facilities or are downsizing to a smaller residence. These services are also beneficial for elderly individuals who may require extra assistance during the moving process due to health or mobility concerns.
Rogue movers are unlicensed and often fraudulent moving companies that engage in deceptive practices to exploit unsuspecting customers. Older adults can be targeted by these scammers because they may be more trusting and less experienced with the moving process, making them vulnerable to fraudulent schemes. Learn more about rogue movers and how you can protect yourself and loved ones from scams.
Senior citizens can protect themselves from moving scams by doing thorough research before hiring a moving company. They should verify the company’s credentials, check for valid licenses and insurance and read online reviews and testimonials. Additionally, older adults should avoid making upfront payments or signing blank contracts and insist on a written estimate detailing all costs. Learn more about rogue movers.
If an older adult suspects they have fallen victim to a moving scam, they should report the incident to their local consumer protection agency and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). They can file a complaint online or contact the FMCSA directly to report the fraudulent moving company.