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A Moving Story: June and Maggie

 

June learned about the Mature Moves OKC team when attending a local workshop titled, “11 Critical Things You Should Know Before Making a Move.” June was very diligent in her decision-making efforts, attending at least two different workshops offered by our group before choosing to sign a lease at an independent living community in Northwest Oklahoma City.

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When asked how she came to the decision to move from her home, she said, “It has just become more than I can take care of.”

An avid artist, sculptor and painter, June had many beautiful things in her home for which she had to find a place (lots of books too). As difficult as it was to part with some of the artwork, she was even more concerned about what she would do with her easels, drafting table, and supplies. A part of her wanted to keep them and continue to paint and sculpt, but the other part of her was ready for new experiences and hobbies.

June also had a roommate named Maggie, a 65 lb golden retriever. Maggie was well-behaved and house broken, but was too large for June to handle. At the senior community, although they accepted pets, June would need to take Maggie for walks and clean up after her.

After creating an initial game plan for June’s move, we consulted with her for a couple of months in preparation for placing the home on the market (including finding a home for Maggie). She had an amazing and helpful group of friends from church who pitched in to help pack, organize, and stage an estate sale. Our move management team found a loving new home for Maggie with a family who agreed to take her to visit June a couple of times a month.

In addition to selling her home for more than the listed price, our team was able to ease the burden of handling all the tasks associated with moving, such as finding a qualified and reputable mover, having utilities transferred or shut off, submitting change of address information, and coordinating moving-day details with the various people assisting with the move.

When asked about her experience, here is what June said.

“I worried for over a year about moving. I put it off and put it off thinking that I couldn’t handle it. It all seemed so overwhelming. Had I known that Mature Moves OKC could handle all the things I was uncertain about, I would have moved a long time ago. What seemed so hard in my mind was actually very easy with all the help I had.”

June now lives in a 2 bedroom independent senior living apartment where she uses the second bedroom as an art studio.

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Excellent move management services
October 4, 2017

There was good communication and customer service, and excellent move management services. I particularly appreciated and what most valuable to us, was having someone help us decide what to take with us and what to leave behind. I feel that having the move all coordinated and not having to do things separately was very helpful. Continue Reading

5/5 Stars.

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M. Goldner
Thank you for caring
December 10, 2014

I want to thank you for the incredibly caring way you do business. You and your staff allowed me and my sister to go back to our homes secure in the knowledge that Mom was in the best hands...and with people who were looking out for her best interest, comfort and security. You should be proud of the service you perform. We certainly are! Thank you again, in advance, for easing Mom's transition. Continue Reading

5/5 Stars.

Michael G.
Oklahoma City, OK
Downsizing support
August 8, 2016

The hardest part of the move for me was the downsizing -- the easiest part was the move itself. When friends or family would ask if I needed help, my reply was that Nikki and Chris had it covered. No one, especially friends who had moved recently, could believe how non-stressed I was and how smooth the move went. My move manager was there the last two days to make sure all would go smoothly on moving day. Continue Reading

5/5 Stars.

Judy Cawthon
Team effort & cooperation
October 4, 2017

The communication and customer service was fantastic. We had a wonderful experience with OKC Mature Moves. I really appreciated the cooperation of everyone and Amber putting up with me when I was unhappy with the way things were going. I would absolutely recommend them because they found us a great house and the way they Continue Reading

5/5 Stars.

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J Clare
Extremely professional and always accessible
January 3, 2015

"Nikki and Chris were amazing and a delight to work with from our initial meeting to discuss my mom's move to a retirement community to the actual move and quick sale (10 days!) of her home including the disposal of unwanted personal possessions. They and their team were extremely professional and always accessible. They were Continue Reading

5/5 Stars.

Ruth Ann J.
Daughter, Oklahoma City, OK

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