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How to move your parents
(and still be on speaking terms)
With humor, heart, and hard-won wisdom, certified moving and downsizing expert Marty Stevens-Heebner guides you through every step of this huge transition.
That tangle of decisions, those “delicate” conversations, and the attic full of memories that feels more like a minefield? You’ll discover how to navigate it all without falling apart - or falling out with those you love.
How to Move Your Parents (and still be on speaking terms) packed with smart checklists, conversation tips, and real stories so you’ll stay grounded, more rested, and still be on speaking terms with the people you love most.
What Readers Are Saying...
“Packed with strategic insights, detailed checklists, and candid advice on navigating intricate family dynamics, this book transforms an overwhelming challenge into a step-by-step, manageable process.”
– Mary Kay Buysse - Co-Executive Director, National Association of Senior & Specialty Move Managers
“What an amazing resource this is! I wish I had it when I needed to clean out my mother's apartment after moving her to my house - and when my family moved from our house of 30 years to a new home. All of this information in one place is incredible! So many tips inside each chapter and checklists to help you every step of the process.”
– Rosanne Corcoran - Podcast Host, “Daughterhood”
“Moving is stressful, but when you add an aging parent to the mix, you have a recipe for strain, fights, and possibly failure. If you are moving or guiding a loved one through the relocation process, do yourself a favor and get this book!”
– Todd Emrick - Director of Business Development, Wheaton-Bekins Worldwide Moving
“Marty Stevens-Heebner lays out a comprehensive, structured roadmap on how to plan and execute a later-life move. Packed with wisdom, common sense and practicality, this is a must-have book for anyone planning a complex, emotional move --- in short, for everyone."
– Margit Novack, the founder of NASMM, now retired, and author of “Squint: Re-Visioning the Second Half of Life”
“A guide that’s as practical as it is reassuring. With How to Move Your Parents (and still be on speaking terms), you’ll have the expert guidance you need, in the palm of your hand, exactly when you need it."
– Matt Paxton, “Filthy Fortunes,” “Legacy List with Matt Paxton,” “HOARDERS”
About Me
Marty Stevens-Heebner
Clear Home Solutions’ CEO Marty Stevens-Heebner and her nationally accredited staff manage moves, downsizing and online auctions for older adults and their families.
A serial entrepreneur and author, Marty recently launched her latest venture AgeWise Alliance, where older adults and their families go to find the answers and professionals they need for all of later life’s challenges.
Marty is also President of the National Association of Senior and Specialty Move Managers (NASMM). She holds certifications in Senior Move Management, Professional Organizing and Aging in Place, and hosts the podcast How to Move Your Mom (and still be on speaking terms afterward).
Marty was inspired to work with older adults and their families after her own experiences helping her father, who made it to 90, and her aunt, who struggled with dementia.
Clear Home Solutions®
We’re a talented team of moving experts and organizers prepared to help you thrive in the next stage of your life.
AgeWise Alliance®
Where older adults and their families find the answers and professionals they need for all their later life challenges.
How to Move Your Mom®
(and still be on speaking terms)
Later life is complicated - and we really need to talk about it.
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For Everyone
Downsizing for a Move – the Stress-Free Way
The biggest reason someone puts off moving to a more comfortable environment is this: the mere thought of going through a household full of stuff overwhelms and paralyzes them. But it doesn’t have to feel that way! Find out how to ease through this transition with a plan and techniques that make it manageable.
Unlocking Peace of Mind: Later Life Resources You Didn’t Know You Need
Being a family caregiver is an act of love – but it’s also one of tremendous sacrifice. Caregiving can imperil your physical and mental health, with higher risks of depression, cardiovascular issues and more. But resources abound that can ease that strain, but no one knows about them! Discover the many senior services that can support aging loved ones while significantly easing the burden of caregiving.
When Disaster Strikes: How to Protect Your Valuables and Their Values in Case of Catastrophe
Wildfires, hurricanes, tornadoes, and earthquakes – almost all of us live where one or more of these devastating events can occur. Too often, they destroy entire homes and neighborhoods, and all the personal property within them. Learn how to document your valuables and more so that if disaster strikes, you can at least prove their value and get your insurance claim paid.
…and more. Contact me for additional presentations and programs I offer.
Speaking
For Companies & Professional Organizations
Capacity, Competency, and the Company
Cognitive impairment, including dementia, in just one member of a company’s leadership team can imperil the entire company - if it’s not acknowledged and addressed. Learn how to recognize the signs, start the conversation, and find the solutions you need.
Aging Parents & Your Workforce: How to Support Employees Facing the Challenges of Later Life
What costs the U.S. economy between $17 billion and $33 billion annually in lost productivity? Caregiving. Who’s doing it? The adult children – your colleagues and employees. But there are so many resources available to make it easier on those adult kids that no one knows about! Discover the senior services that can keep those older loved ones safe and secure, while making life so much easier for your coworkers (and keep your company thriving).
The Expanding Senior Market: What it Means for Your Business
With 10,000 baby boomers turning 65 every day, you miss out on a pot of gold when you ignore the later-life market. These aren’t your typical clients, though. Understand the marketing and sales approaches that work best with seniors (and their adult children) to increase revenue and bottom line.
…and more. Contact me for additional presentations and programs I offer.
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Professional Fiduciary Association of California Annual ConferenceInformation Professional Fiduciary Association of California Annual Conference
When: May 7 - 9, 2025
Where: Anaheim, CA
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What's Next Longevity SummitInformation What's Next Longevity Summit
When: June 10 - 11, 2025
Where: Berkeley, CA
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National Association of Senior & Specialty Move Management Annual ConferenceInformation National Association of Senior & Specialty Move Management Annual Conference
When: October 16 - 19, 2025
Where: Dallas, TX
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