Stress-proof your Georgetown Move

Moving is a period of uncertainty for you and your family. It means being uprooted from everything that is safe and familiar to a totally new and strange environment. To remain strong and in control of every detail concerning your move and prevent being bothered and stressed by last-minute crisis here are some tips to help you gear up before, during and after your Georgetown move.

Be prepared and organized. To get ready for the move, you have to know which things or situations you have to deal with first. Have a list or a daily planner to guide you what tasks need to be tackled first. Start with gathering and organizing all documents that you will need in your Georgetown move. Keep these documents safe in a folder or envelop and place them where they can be easily accessible. Some of the documents that you will need include maps of your new town or neighborhood and important phone numbers and contact information of your friends and family.

Another aspect that should be on top of your “to-do” list is an appointment schedule to utility companies (i.e. electric, water and cable companies) and people (i.e. physician, dentist, and veterinarian) who have been a part of you and your family’s life in your old Georgetown community.

Pay a visit to your Post Office and fill out a form for a change in address to ensure that your letters and subscriptions will follow you to your new Georgetown address.

In the process of packing, don’t forget to put a label on each box to help the movers identify which room each box goes to in your new Georgetown home.

Pay your bank a visit and check your funds, savings and checking accounts, to prepare for any eventualities on the day of the move.

As moving day nears, keep an eye on the weather forecast. Harsh weather conditions such as snow or rain on the day of the move will require additional preparation to protect your things and the movers from icy driveways and sidewalks.

Your neighbors should also be informed of your impending move including the date and time. They might wonder what the noise is all about.

On moving day, keep the children occupied to keep from them running around and getting in the way of the movers. You can ask somebody to take care of them or have toys or activity books to fill their time. Likewise, your pet should be kept isolated in a room and provided with adequate food, water, and beddings so that it will not be frightened and bewildered with all the on-going activities and noise.

Food and beverages for all the people involved in the moving process are very much important on the day of the move. Hungry movers need to be fed so they can have the energy to load, carry, and unload your things. They can be most productive if there is enough food and drinks for everyone.

Once all the boxes have been unloaded and placed in the right rooms, open first those boxes which contain things that you will need immediately such as light bulbs, trash bags, and paper towels. You should mark these boxes which you will need first with a special marker or color so you can easily spot them.

Fixing a meal and unpacking do not mix. You can either call for a delivery or find a restaurant for your meals. A ready list of restaurants near your new Georgetown home will come in handy. Be sure to do your research beforehand.

Once you have moved in and settled down, know the place and the people. Make new friends and get involved in the activities of your new Georgetown community. This will not always be easy for everyone in the family. For some, adapting to a new home and neighborhood is all a breeze, but there will always be people who will have a hard time adjusting. Watch out for signs that your kids have difficulty in adapting to your new place. Encourage them to join clubs and take them to church and the park. Let them join sports clubs which they have actively participated in at your old neighborhood. These are good ways to make new friends and lasting friendships.

Keeping a positive attitude will help everyone through this emotional travel. Each new day will bring new adventures and wonderful opportunities to create links and establish new-found friendships.