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Senior Assistants
Carol Cozewith & Ellyn Mantell
908-883-0469 •
ellynmantell@aol.comThe daughters any senior needs
when it is time to move.
Move to Senior Living
with Ease & Style
We make the move seamless -
clients never pack or
unpack a box!
Your precious possessions arranged in
your new space for style and comfort -
you’ll “feel at home” right away!
V S VIRTUALLY STAGED Hologram Technology now puts high-end furniture into your living room. LUXURY STAGING for very little money. No heavy lifting. VirtualStage.com % $ % # "$" %!! As seniors move into Senior Living, whether into independ- ent, assisted or smaller homes or apartments, so much of their possessions are left behind. “Right-sizing” is becoming a growing necessity, and I believe that when done correctly, most people are so relieved. Fewer possessions mean less time spent on them. The goal of most at this stage in life is to get their new home ready, filled with friends, activities and memories. Carol Cozewith and I are brought in to make decisions regarding what to take and what to sell…donate…discard. What is very difficult for the client or their children is easier for us, since we do not have an emo- tional attachment to each item in the house. Creating a lovely liv- ing space is our goal, and we keep our eye on the prize. Many times we look at beloved possessions and use them in ways that are different than their original use, and that can result in a unique new home. We love to work within a color palette, and we recommend the purchase of certain things to truly enhance each room. For example, new towels and show- er curtain, where one is utilized. Add pretty vanity accessories, and the bathroom becomes a guest powder room one can feel proud to offer to visitors. New bedding is so important. We always ask how a client sleeps, hot or cold, side or back. Each of these answers influences our choices. Of course, we love the vibrancy of pretty sheets and comforter, pillows and shams, if that pleases our clients. We love the pop of color a new throw can literally…throw into the bed- room or living area! Curtains or valences can perk up any window, helping to start each day looking out at a new view. We even recommend where possible, a coat of paint for one wall in the living room and bed- room. All of this lifts the spirits, helping our clients feel comfort- able and confident in inviting their new friends. If the budget allows, a new sofa with colorful pillows is a wonderful focal point for the liv- ing room, and offers seating for small gatherings. Please contact SENIOR ASSIS- TANTS at ellynmantell@aol.com or (908) 883-0469 for help for your parent or yourself. We can do everything or anything they may need...from overseeing packing to designing a beautiful space. Your parent deserves it! A “FACELIFT” FOR SENIOR LIVING By: Ellyn MantellPAGE 20
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