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Apr 20, 2022

Tony Robbins says, “Your mind interprets the events we experience within the framework you set for yourself, meaning that whether an experience is positive or negative is largely determined by our mood and state of mind. Think about it: The emotion and meaning our minds attach to events ultimately count more than the experiences themselves because they […]

Apr 15, 2022

Spring cleaning, is it a breath of fresh air? Sunshine? A refreshing smile after a long winter? Or do you start squirming? Good news: tips, tricks, and timing are on your side. An article by American Home Shield gives “Spring-cleaning must do and can do later.” suggestions. Here are just a few tips to think about: Prioritize the […]

Apr 01, 2022

Buying or remodeling that “Forever Home.” Choosing a universal design and product ascetically beautiful and workable for any age, young or old, allows you to live there now during your current lifestyle, and will suit you in your more senior years. Tips to remember when buying or remodeling that “Forever Home.”: Changing bathrooms so that […]

Mar 17, 2022

Today’s seniors might be competing with first-time buyers. That can be hard for the younger generation. There is the competition rub; starter homes might be the forever home for a senior adult. Ask a person in their 60s or 70s what kind of house would be their forever home? They will likely say 1200-1500 sq. […]

Mar 09, 2022

Since 2020 everyone has had to adjust to daily living styles that are not the norm. In retirement communities, senior residents often did not have choices. Seniors found that they were confined to the 550 to 1000 sq. ft. of space. This confinement was created for the safety of the seniors and community. However, this […]

Mar 01, 2022

March, April, and May are the months that people start looking for white space. Spring cleaning gets the winter doldrums out of your space and makes room for empty spaces, fresh smells, an invigorating lifestyle, and freedom. For many, it is the time to think about moving to a new home or retiring and starting […]

Feb 16, 2022

Reaching and Educating a Wider Audience! Theresa Pritchett, Founder of Soft Landings, Solutions for Seniors, reached a national audience concerning downsizing and senior move management. She was recently featured in a column, Smart Moves, written by prize-winning newspaper and magazine writer Ellen James Martin, titled “For Seniors: How to Jump-Start Your Home Sale.” Soft Landings is […]

Feb 08, 2022

There’s a phrase that says, “All things are not created equal.” To quote Gregory S. French, “Elder law attorneys are very different from other attorneys. They define their practice not by the type of legal problems they handle but by the type of persons they help.” Early on, I met an attorney that shocked me. […]

Feb 02, 2022

Centenarian – A person that has reached the age of 100 Finding a centenarian has been rare. Yet, by 2050, people of 100 or older will be a common occurrence. Today if you talk to many Baby Boomers 60 and older, they will share they don’t plan to retire the way their fathers and grandfathers did. They want to […]

Jan 27, 2022

Soft Landings, Solutions for Seniors lead managers are often asked, “what do I do with all my stuff?” Many of our lead move managers work with Estate sale professionals and buyers of valuable non-antique items. As a team, we are cautious to keep a minimal trash footprint. As professionals, we understand the attachment many seniors […]