Compassionate, Personalized Support

Senior Move Management

Q: <strong><strong>How is this different from a regular moving company?</strong></strong>

While movers handle transportation, we take care of the entire process—from developing a floorplan and sorting belongings to coordinating movers and unpacking. Our focus is on easing the transition with compassion and personalized support.

Whether downsizing to a smaller home, transitioning to a retirement community, or moving closer to family, changing living situations later in life brings unique emotional and logistical challenges. At Dawson Relocation Services, we specialize in senior move management—providing steady, compassionate guidance every step of the way.

We’re here to make the transition feel less overwhelming and more empowering. If you’re planning months in advance or need quick assistance, we’ll meet you where you are.

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Specialized support for seniors navigating moves with care, dignity, and ease.

Since 2008, we’ve helped seniors and their families across Chicago and the surrounding suburbs manage moves with less stress and more confidence. Our team understands that it’s not just about packing boxes—it’s about honoring memories, preserving independence, and creating a space that feels like home.

We handle the planning, logistics, and emotional details so you can focus on what matters most.

Our Senior Move Services Include:

Collaborative Planning & Floorplans

We begin with a personalized move plan and detailed furniture layout to ensure your new space is functional and familiar. We can coordinate elevator reservations, secure parking permits, and manage other logistics in advance of the move.

Sorting, Downsizing & Document Management

We provide gentle support as you decide what to keep, gift, donate, sell, or discard. We also help sort important paperwork and can arrange secure document shredding if needed.

Meaningful Rehoming

Belongings you no longer need are donated to trusted charities or offered for resale, and we can assist with shipping sentimental items to family members across the country.

Shopping & Essentials Support

Need new furniture, storage solutions, or home essentials for your next space? We can assist with purchasing and setup to ensure you’re move-in ready.

Packing & Moving Coordination

We carefully pack your belongings with attention to safety and labeling, then coordinate with a trusted moving company to ensure a seamless transition. We supervise the movers on Move Day and make sure everything is handled with care.

Unpacking, Furniture Placement & Settling In

Once we arrive at your new home, we place furniture according to the floorplan, unpack essentials, and recreate familiar arrangements—so it feels like home from the very first night.

Post Move Clean-Out

We can return to your former residence to clear remaining items, coordinate donation or junk removal, return equipment like cable boxes or routers, and schedule professional cleaning so the home is ready for sale or turnover.

Why Our Clients Choose Dawson Relocation

Stress-Free Moving Services for Seniors, Families, and Busy Professionals

Led by Marnie Dawson, a NASMM Certified Senior Move Manager and NASMM @Home Specialist, our team is known for calm professionalism, thoughtful solutions, and heartfelt care. We’re insured, experienced, and deeply committed to helping our clients transition with dignity and confidence.

Serving Chicago and the surrounding suburbs since 2008.

● NASMM A+ Accredited

● NASMM Certified Senior Move Manager

Yesterday I moved to a senior citizen building in Chicago and Dawson relocation services helped be every step of the way. They are amazing! Marnie and her staff are well organized, talented, and I can’t say enough good things about all of them. One of the most valuable things was that Marnie created a floor plan of the new apartment showing all of my furniture and where it would fit and what I could not take with me. It was so beautifully done!

Ann Marie M.

Senior Move Management Frequently Asked Questions

Senior Move Management is a specialized service that helps older adults and their families with the emotional and logistical aspects of downsizing, relocating, or aging in place. It includes planning, organizing, packing, moving, and setting up the new home.

While movers handle transportation, we take care of the entire process—from developing a floorplan and sorting belongings to coordinating movers and unpacking. Our focus is on easing the transition with compassion and personalized support.

Yes. We often collaborate with adult children or caregivers who are coordinating a move from afar. We provide consistent updates and handle the local logistics to give everyone peace of mind.

Absolutely. We assist with sorting, decluttering, and deciding what to keep, donate, sell, or discard—always with care and respect for your belongings.

We primarily serve clients in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. If you’re outside that area, reach out—we may still be able to help or refer you to a trusted partner.

A Thoughtful Transition Starts Here

Moving as a senior can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. At Dawson Relocation Services, we specialize in guiding older adults and their families through every step with care and compassion. Schedule a free consultation today and let us make your next move feel manageable and meaningful.