Less Stuff, More Joy

Less Stuff, More Joy

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Less Stuff, More Joy 〰️

Katie Hustead Katie Hustead

The strange relief of making a decision

We often see clients struggle not with the move itself, but with the decision to begin. In this story, one woman’s long period of indecision gave way to a moment of clarity—and a powerful sense of relief. A reflection on decision fatigue and the surprising ease that can follow a hard choice.

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Katie Hustead Katie Hustead

What I Have Learned from Octogenarians

What can we learn from people in their 80s? After 16 years working with older adults navigating moves, downsizing, and major life transitions, I’ve come to see a few clear patterns about aging well, staying connected, and accepting help.

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Katie Hustead Katie Hustead

Organization out of chaos

Creating calm from clutter. How senior move management and downsizing services in NYC help older adults transition with dignity and peace of mind.

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Katie Hustead Katie Hustead

Big Move, Small Steps

Join the Parkside Team at Compass and Good Neighbors of Park Slope for a complimentary in-person downsizing seminar in Park Slope, Brooklyn. This informative event is designed to help seniors and families navigate downsizing, selling a home in New York City, and planning their next move with clarity, expert guidance, and time for questions.

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Katie Hustead Katie Hustead

Our partnership with Safe Moves for Seniors

We’re excited to share our partnership with Safe Moves for Seniors, a nonprofit helping older adults access move management support. This collaboration allows Paper Moon Moves to provide a number of moves each year to New Yorkers who could not otherwise afford our services.

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Katie Hustead Katie Hustead

Home for the holidays, and what we notice while we’re there

When families come together for the holidays, small changes can become easier to notice. This post explores how holiday visits can offer a gentle opportunity to check in on aging parents, what to look for, and how to approach next steps with care, without turning a celebration into a difficult conversation.

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Katie Hustead Katie Hustead

Pressing pause

When a parent’s health declines, even simple moments can feel heavy. In this post, we share techniques that help caregivers stay calm and present, along with how Paper Moon Moves supports families through the most challenging transitions like senior moves.

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