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Downsizing in 2023? A day to honor all veterans
Start planning now
The month of November is a special time for the nation’s
If you are thinking about downsizing or rightsizing in 2023 veterans. While Memorial Day honors fallen soldiers and
now is a great time to start planning. I always try to remind service people, Veteran’s Day, which takes place each No-
people that downsizing is not a sprint, but it is a marathon. vember, is an opportunity to commemorate the efforts of all
You don’t wake up one morning and wiggle your nose and who have been in the armed forces, with a special emphasis
you are just downsized. It is a process that consists of figuring on living veterans. While people are encouraged to thank
out where to go, decluttering, and downsizing your things to
fit in your new space, and also dealing with the emotional toll veterans throughout the year, Veteran’s Day is a particularly
that the process can sometimes take on you. poignant time to show your appreciation for the men and
The winter months will soon be upon us and for many that women of the military.
means we will be spending a lot more time indoors. Why not Veteran’s Day takes place on November 11 and marks
use this time to create a downsizing plan that works for you. an important moment in history. On November 11, 1918,
For some the plan will begin with figuring out what type of World War I, known at the time as “The Great War,” un-
housing they can see themselves living in. For others your officially ended when an armistice, or temporary cessation
plan maybe focused more on going through and decluttering, of hostilities, took place between Germany and the Allied
donating, and purging the items you no longer need. Another nations on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the elev-
plan, maybe trying to figure out what your house is worth enth month. World War I ended on paper when the Treaty of
and what repairs or updates you may need to do to make your Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919. In November 1919,
home easier to sell. President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November 11 as
November and December are a great time to meet with a the first commemoration of Armistice Day, according to the
Senior Real Estate Specialist such as Jennifer Herron Under- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
wood. She has a different and unique approach to helping her
clients in the downsizing process. She will begin with provid- Armistice Day became a federal holiday in the United NOW BUYING
ing you with a needs assessment to help you determine what States in 1938. However, after subsequent wars, including
type of housing and lifestyle is right for you. Next she can World War II and the Korean War, veterans’ service organi-
help you with the sale of your house, but more importantly to zations lobbied for Armistice Day to be revised so it would • Pre 1964 Silver Coins
help you determine what needs to be done to make it easier be more inclusive of all veterans. On June 1, 1954, President • Gold nearing all-time highs
to sell. She will look at it through the eyes of an inspector, an Dwight D. Eisenhower signed legislation to strike the word
appraiser, a buyer, and a Realtor. Since she is a Senior Real “Armistice” from the holiday’s name in favor of “Veterans.” • Sterling Silver
Estate Specialist she can help you with a full circle plan that Since then, November 11 has been known as “Veterans • Silverware
encompasses all of these items.She even will bring a team of Day” and has honored veterans of all wars.
professionals to you as needed such a attorneys, landscapers, Veterans Day was moved to the fourth Monday in Oc-
handymen, etc. Her goal is to take away the overwhelming tober for roughly seven years under the Uniform Monday
feeling of moving and downsizing and to help you break it Holiday Act, which sought to ensure three-day weekends
into bite size pieces and step by step plans. for federal employees by celebrating certain national holi- Gift Certificates Available
If you are the child or trusted family member of a senior days on Mondays. But since November 11 bore such signif- “Now Offering 12 months Interest Free”
the next couple months are also a great time to really ob- icance, many states disapproved and continued to observe
serve how your loved one is doing. Many people spend more GOLD
time together because of the Holidays. It is an opportunity to the holiday on November 11. In 1975, President Gerald
check in on them and see how they are doing in their home. Ford signed legislation to return the observation of Veterans is at an all time high!
How is their mobility? Are they having trouble with hygiene Day to November 11 beginning in 1978. Should the day fall
or house cleaning? Are they exhibiting signs of dementia? If on a Saturday or Sunday, the federal government observes
your loved one is struggling, it maybe time to talk with them the holiday on the previous Friday or following Monday, 705 Chestnut Commons Dr., Elyria
about getting extra help so they can stay in their home as long respectively, according to History.com. (440) 322-0019
as possible or it maybe time to talk about moving somewhere The United States isn’t the only country to celebrate its
to help improve their quality of life. veterans. Canada, Great Britain, Australia, and France also www.elyriajewelers.com
Again, neither downsizing situation happens overnight but commemorate the veterans of World War I and II on or near
with professional guidance, the right plan, and plenty of time November 11 as Remembrance Day or Remembrance Sun- Hours: Tues. 9:30-7 • Wed./Thurs./Fri. 9:30-5 • Sat. 9:30-3:30
the process of downsizing can be less overwhelming for all day.
involved. If you are interested in a free downsizing consulta-
tion please give Jennifer a call at (440) 371-2862. She also is
offering a seminar on November 19, at 10 a.m. at the Grafton
Midview public Library entitled Downsizing 101 please call
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