Decluttering a Senior’s Home for Safety (Without Causing Emotional Distress)
Decluttering a senior’s home is critical to prevent tripping hazards, but throwing away possessions can cause severe emotional distress. To declutter successfully, do not use the word “throw away.” Instead, use the “Keep, Donate, Gift” method, focus purely on clearing main walking pathways first, involve the senior in all decisions, and frame the process as […]