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You pay for the move. if she is already placed in a bed under state Medicaid, it may be impossible to find an open bed near you. Between states is harder because she will have to enroll and dis enroll and timing is the big question with a gap in care. iAgain you or she pays for the move if it can happen.
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Try contacting your local library for resources and local department of aging for possible information or advice, you can also contact realtors in your area about accessibility housing options.
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Really the only way is to prepare the place for her arrival, then go or fly to wherever she is and start the process of packing up.

In advance:

You can hire an estate sale company to dispose of the contents if they are valuable or usable, otherwise give or throw them away. You can hire an agent to sell the house once it is empty, as is.

On arrival:

Pack Mom's clothes and toiletries or whatever she needs, load her up in the car or on the plane and take her to prepared location.

As long as she is cooperative, and I know that's a stretch, easy peasy.
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Senior Moving Services – Helpful Information
There are moving companies and professionals that specialize in helping older adults relocate, especially for long-distance moves, downsizing, or transitions to senior or assisted living. These services are designed to reduce stress for both the elderly person and their family.
What Senior Moving Services Typically Include
• Patient, compassionate crews trained to work with older adults
• Help with sorting, downsizing, and deciding what to keep, donate, or discard
• Full packing and unpacking services
• Coordination with adult children, caregivers, or senior living facilities
• Careful handling of medical equipment and sentimental items
• Furniture placement to ensure safety and comfort in the new home
• Estate cleanout, donation coordination, or storage (sometimes offered)
Types of Companies to Look For
• National moving companies that offer dedicated senior moving services
• Local moving companies that advertise senior or elderly relocation
• Senior Move Managers who coordinate the entire process (planning, downsizing, and movers)
Helpful Organizations
National Association of Senior Move Managers (NASMM)
– A professional organization with a directory of certified senior move managers.
Tips Before Hiring
• Get at least 3 written estimates
• Ask specifically about experience with senior relocations
• Check reviews and references carefully
• Confirm exactly what services are included in the price
• Be cautious of unusually low estimates or requests for large upfront payments

Senior-focused movers and move managers can make a big difference, especially when an elderly parent is moving closer to family or transitioning into a new stage of life.

I hope this helps.
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Senior8 Dec 16, 2025
Hope you have found some great estimates for your project.
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You give us no details.
Can you tell us where Mom is, and where you want to move her? Does she live in a home, and this move involves a sale of home, possessions and a move to live more near you? Or is mom already in care and you wish her to live more near you so you can visit and so on?

Dependent on your situation we can make some suggestions. So give us a few more details and we'll try to help. There are many things involved in moving the elderly.

Wishing you the best.
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Depending on the situation a long distance move can be difficult and expensive .
Not sure what comments here would be particularly helpful to you without you providing more details.
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You've signed up to an international caregiver chat forum here. We cannot help you move your mom.

Best of luck.
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