For the early part of our lives, our parents take care of us. But as adults, there may come a time when we need to return the favor.
If you have parents who need help moving, then you’ve got a helping hand in College Bound Movers. Specifically, you’ve got a whole team of them, along with all the supplies and equipment you could ever need for your parents’ move.
We know that moving your parents is a very personal and important matter. We bring 30 years of experience and a reputation as Merrimack’s top-rated moving company, so you’ll know that your parents’ possessions and their peace of mind are both in good hands.
Let Us Do the Heavy Lifting, We’re at Your Service
Maybe your parents are heading to a smaller home since they’ve emptied the nest. Perhaps they’re heading to a new town for retirement, or even an apartment complex where they can meet new friends and participate in fun activities for older adults.
Whether the move is local or long-distance, to a house or an apartment, we handle the process with an expert touch. Here are a few reasons you should hire us.
Your Family Calls the Shots
We’re a professional family ready to treat you and yours like our own. We know that people are very particular about their parents’ peace of mind during the moving process. We’re at your service. Simply tell us how you need us to handle your moving experience, then sit back and watch us make it happen.
We also assemble and disassemble furniture. This will make it easy for your parents to get set up and settled in at their new location.
We Supply the Equipment You Need
Parents can accrue a lot of precious items over the years. Whether it’s that loveseat that sat in the family living room for years, the faithful refrigerator that everyone raided, or even the precious keepsakes you bought them for holidays, we’re prepared to move everything safely.
We bring everything the job requires, boxes and tape, wraps and pads, and even totes and mattress covers. We’ll go to great lengths to treat your parents’ belongings with the respect they deserve.
How to Plan a Senior Move 8 to 12 Weeks Out
Most senior moves go better with a real timeline. Last-minute moves create stress and packing mistakes. Here’s a schedule that works for most parents in Merrimack and the surrounding towns.
8 to 12 Weeks Before
- Tour the new home, retirement community, or assisted living unit.
- Get the floor plan so you know what fits.
- Start sorting belongings room by room.
- Book your moving company. Peak season fills up fast in New Hampshire.
4 to 6 Weeks Before
- Schedule an in-home estimate with our residential moving team.
- Forward medical records to new providers.
- Update insurance, banking, and utility addresses.
- Confirm prescription transfers with the new pharmacy.
1 to 2 Weeks Before
- Pack non-essentials and label every box by room.
- Set aside a “first-night box” with medications, glasses, chargers, and a change of clothes.
- Confirm move-in time with the senior community.
- Confirm parking access for our trucks at both addresses.
Move Day
- Walk through the home with your moving team.
- Hand off the keys and settle your parents in a calm room nearby.
- Let our crew handle the heavy work and the inventory list.
If your family started packing but ran out of time, our professional packing crew can finish the job before the truck arrives.
Need Packing Services Only? We’ve Got You Covered
Some people may prefer to transport their parents’ belongings on their own. We’re also happy to provide standalone packing services if that’s all you’re looking for.
You can count on the team here at College Bound Movers for:
- Packing Entire Homes or Apartments: Whether you’re looking to empty out an entire house or just move from one apartment to another, we’ll get everything packed up and ready to go.
- Packing Single Rooms: If you have a parent who is moving out of your house, we’re able to pack up single rooms as well. We work efficiently so your house won’t be held up with this job.
- Packing Up After You’ve Started: Sometimes you and your parents may start packing but realize you don’t have the time or supplies to finish up. No matter where you are in the process, tag us in to finish up for you.
If you need a truck to get your parents’ belongings from A to B, we’ve got you covered there as well. Our rental options make it easy for you to get the perfect amount of space to transfer everything safely no matter where you’re going. We also provide labor-only movers if you need it.
Downsizing the Family Home Without the Overwhelm
Decades of belongings can fill a basement, an attic, and every closet. Sorting feels impossible when you start. The fix is a simple four-pile system, worked one room at a time.
The Four-Pile Method
- Keep: Items used in the last year, plus anything with deep meaning. These move with your parents.
- Pass down: Heirlooms, photos, and pieces family members want. Tag them now so there’s no confusion later.
- Donate or sell: Furniture and goods that won’t fit the new space. Local charities, estate sales, and consignment shops in Merrimack and Nashua all take household items.
- Discard: Broken items, expired medications, and duplicates. Old paperwork can be shredded.
Start six months out if you have the time. One drawer, one closet, one shelf at a time. We’ve also written a longer guide on how to downsize before a move that walks through the process in detail.
Handling Sentimental Items With Care
Most of the stress in a senior move is not the boxes. It’s the memories inside them. Wedding albums and hand-built furniture deserve more than bubble wrap.
Our crew uses dish-pack boxes, custom crating, and quilted pads for fragile pieces. We mark sentimental boxes “high priority” so they’re loaded last and unloaded first. That way your parents see their most important items in the new home right away.
For glassware, china, and family heirlooms, we follow the same techniques covered in our fragile packing guide. If your parents want to pack a few special pieces themselves, we’ll bring extra supplies and finish the rest.
Take photos of valuable items before they’re boxed. This helps with insurance records and gives your parents a small comfort. They can see their things, even when they’re in transit.
Storage Trailer Services Help with Gradual Moves
Sometimes moving your parents is a long process. You may be discussing different locations for them, you could be waiting for certain other arrangements to come through, and you of course want to make sure they’re feeling up to it when the time does come to proceed.
What’s the solution for managing moves that are done in small steps or over an extended period? Portable storage. This option allows you to gather up belongings and safeguard them, all while setting them up to be moved swiftly whenever the time comes.
Inbox is a proud partner of ours, and through them, we can provide you with portable storage that’s delivered right to you and easy to transport. Pay on a convenient monthly basis with no change or cancellation fees. If you don’t want to keep a unit on your property, consider renting one of these secure temperature-controlled units from Trophy Storage.
These units are a big help if your plans are still being processed, or if you’d prefer to take the moving process at a gradual rate that your parents would be more comfortable with.
Moving to a Senior Living Community in Merrimack and Nearby Towns
Senior moves come in many shapes. The right plan depends on where your parents are headed.
- Independent living: Private apartment, light services, more freedom. Common for active adults downsizing from a large home.
- Assisted living: Smaller unit with daily support like meals, medication management, and housekeeping.
- Memory care: Specialized community for parents with dementia or Alzheimer’s. Unit space is often limited.
- Moving in with family: A spare bedroom or in-law suite at your home. Storage often plays a role here.
- 55+ apartment community: Independent rental with social amenities, no medical care included.
Each setup has different rules on what you can bring. Some communities ban large appliances. Others require furniture under a certain size. Get the floor plan and the move-in policy before packing day.
Our team coordinates directly with community move-in coordinators across our New Hampshire and Massachusetts service area so the day runs smoothly. That includes Nashua, Manchester, Bedford, Hudson, Amherst, Hollis, Milford, and other towns near Merrimack.
Moving Them Locally in Merrimack or Long-Distance?
The team at College Bound Movers has moved our great customers all over the Northeast as well as down the East Coast.
Whether you’re getting your parents their own place just down the street, or you’re setting them up in a beautiful retirement destination that’s states away, we’re up to the task of getting them moved.
Since they rely on you for help, you can think of us as the family you can rely on. We make moving an enjoyable occasion by saving you time and stress, so you and your loved ones can look forward to the new chapter in life.
What to Look For in a Senior Moving Company
Not every mover handles senior relocations well. Before you sign anything, ask these questions.
- Are you licensed and insured? Federal motor carrier number for interstate moves, state license for in-state. We carry both.
- Do your crews train specifically on senior moves? Our CBM University training program covers safe lifting, fragile handling, and senior-friendly communication.
- Can you coordinate with the senior community? Most communities have set move-in windows and elevator reservations. We handle this directly with their staff.
- Do you offer storage if the new space isn’t ready? Yes, through our secure storage solutions and partner facilities.
- Will the same crew handle the whole move? We don’t subcontract. The team that loads the truck is the team that unloads it.
- What’s your claims process? Get it in writing. Reputable movers explain coverage before the truck arrives.
A senior move is built on trust. Vet your mover the same way you’d vet a doctor or a contractor.
You’re in Good Hands, Just Ask Our Customers
All it takes is one glance at our review page, and you can see our commitment to excellence demonstrated. From quotes and planning to packing and moving to unpacking and assembly, we strive for satisfaction in all areas of the moving process.
How do we maintain this consistent quality and continue to rank highly in a competitive area? Through regular training of our team. They learn the optimal approach to customer service and paperwork, safe techniques for lifting, packing, and driving, plus more.
College Bound Movers is Here for You and Yours
When it comes time to move your parents, you’re doing an important service for someone who has been there for you throughout life. Now, let us be there for you and show you what kind of service we can provide.
Not only is every possession a person owns important, but their family is the type of possession they value more than anything. Our professional family is here to serve you and yours, so reach out today.
Contact College Bound Movers quickly so we can get you on the list and prioritize your parents’ move. Visit our website here: College Bound Movers, give us a call, or get a free moving estimate here.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does College Bound Movers help with senior or elderly parent moves?
College Bound Movers specializes in helping adult children relocate their aging parents with care and professionalism. We offer packing, moving, assembly, storage, and even labor-only services, all designed to make the moving process simple and stress-free for seniors.
2. Do you offer packing services if I only need help packing up my parents’ home?
Yes! We offer full packing services or can assist with packing a single room or finishing a packing job you’ve already started. Whether your parents are downsizing or relocating, we provide all the materials and careful handling needed to safely pack their belongings.
3. Can you help move my parents long-distance or out of state?
Absolutely. College Bound Movers handles both local moves in Merrimack, NH, and long-distance relocations across the Northeast and down the East Coast. We’ll create a custom moving plan to suit your parents’ needs, no matter how far the move.
4. What types of portable storage options do you offer for gradual moves?
We partner with Inbox to provide portable storage units delivered directly to your location. These are ideal for staged or multi-step moves. If you prefer off-site storage, we also offer secure, temperature-controlled units through Trophy Storage on affordable, flexible terms.
5. How do you protect fragile or sentimental items during a senior move?
Our trained movers use high-quality wrapping materials, padding, and durable boxes to protect everything from furniture to cherished keepsakes. We treat your parents’ belongings with the care and respect they deserve, ensuring they arrive safely.
6. Are your movers trained and insured for senior or specialty moving services?
Yes! Our team undergoes regular training in safe packing, lifting, and transportation techniques. We are fully licensed and insured, so you’ll have peace of mind knowing your parents’ move is in reliable and professional hands.
