If you are overwhelmed with the prospect of downsizing and relocating an elderly family member and feel that you are about to drown in a lifetime’s accumulation of furniture and personal effects then send out an SOS to Trusted Transitions.
From the initial assessment, through the logistics of the move, to packing and sorting, right down to hanging pictures on the wall at the new destination, Michele McCulloch and Elaine Frost will take the anxiety and worry out of your hands and off your mind.
I recently experienced a family move that involved two cities, four final destinations, the internet sale of some items, the donation to charities of others and the disposal of the balance and I only made ONE phone call. Everything was handled efficiently and professionally and I was continually updated as if I too were a member of their team.
I would have no reservations recommending their services to anyone in a similar situation. John S.(in Wingham)
Hi Elaine… Rick and I just wanted to say how much we appreciated the time that you and your staff have spent on Em’s estate and to let you know that Rick and I and Bob (are) very satisfied with the outcome and Bob plans to use your services if and when he moves… Thanks again and Happy New Year. Erica
Thank you, Kathy for your hard work as I got my condo organized. Thank you for your thoughtfulness, your kindness, your words of inspiration, your sense of humour. All of which will help me moving forward. I am still saying “WOW”!
Charlotte
I am very happy to provide a reference for Elaine Frost and Trusted Transitions. My sister and I were faced with the daunting task of selling the family home of 65 years in a short period of time. We did not know how to tackle this huge and emotionally demanding job so that we would make the right decisions along the way. Elaine was recommended to us. We were reluctant at first because we are a do-it-yourself family, but Elaine soon became an indispensible asset to the enterprise. She is logical, patient, efficient and objective and has excellent contacts to cover every aspect of moving and downsizing. My sister and I did whatever parts of the project we wanted to handle ourselves – we packed the personal items and found our own long term storage space for instance – so we always felt we were in control but it was great, even essential, to have had Elaine to turn to when we needed her. I was particularly relieved to know that everything we did not want to keep was going to be re-directed to others. Susan
I was in need of a ”fresh pair of eyes” to help me re-organize my kitchen space, and really didn’t know where or how to begin. I was delighted to discover the services of Trusted Transitions. With the help of Michele, within just a few hours the space was organized much more efficiently – something I could not have done alone. Michele’s thoughtful and compassionate guidance was greatly appreciated. I felt a little embarrassed at first about having someone come in and was worried about a critique, but instead found the whole experience liberating… the feeling that clearing clutter inspires! Thank you to Michele and Trusted Transitions for your kindness and generosity. Anaya
Elaine, I cannot thank you enough for all your hard work, encouragement and advice. If you ever need a testimonial, I shall be happy to sing your praises. It has been a treat to work with you on uncle Syd’s townhouse. Thank you again for taking care of the place so ably and so amicably.
Joan
Dear Elaine: I just wanted to send a note thanking you and Kathy Zaremba for the seamless move/downsize of my Mother, Zoe a couple of weeks ago. Without Trusted Transitions help I would still be surrounded by boxes and bookcases. Thanks to Kathy and your team of movers, my mother is now happily ensconced on a secure floor in her retirement residence and all the unnecessary bits of clothing and coin collections have been disposed of or relocated to my house where Kathy put everything in place and unpacked all that was needed. The entire event only involved a couple of hours of my time and was worth every penny. I will certainly recommend your Company to anyone who could use help to move and cleanup.
Adrian
Michele and I worked well together and I was pleased with her suggestions. Because I have difficulty walking I was not able to be of much help but I had complete trust in her work and no worries as to how she handled the disposal of all my belongings in my Stratford condo. I am now living at the Ritz Villa Lutheran Nursing Home in Mitchell and Michele helped me get settled in the new apartment.
Jean I.
Trusted Transitions, true to its name, downsized and carried through my move from an apartment to a seniors residence. I did not have one anxious moment. Moving day was a peaceful event. I left my old apartment in the AM and arrived at my new apartment in the afternoon with everything in place. What bliss! Thank you, Trusted Transitions!
Elizabeth B.
Trusted Transitions definitely understands the needs of seniors and displays a great deal of patience, integrity and respect. I have recommended Elaine and her team to a number of seniors making the move from their homes to St. Hilda’s. This is always a very traumatic time. The thought of a move is horrifying to them. With Elaine’s help, all details are taken care of. After the move, the feedback I get from the new resident is always very positive and they would have their friends contact her. Janet Crawford, Marketing Director, St. Hilda’s Towers
Having completed a summer in which Elaine Frost managed my family’s house move, I cannot now imagine how it would have been possible without her. She, together with her staff, did much more than relocating our belongings. She answered all our questions and handled all aspects of moving in an energetic, yet sensitive way which inspired the family members. There were no limits to what she seemed able and willing to do, and also took the time and patience to consider the concerns of each family member, no matter how detailed they were. What had seemed to be a foreboding task facing our family turned out to be an experience I’ll enjoy remembering, and it is thanks to Elaine that it did.
Peter O.
My brother and I moved from the family homestead in which we had lived for six years. It was a two story house and you can’t imagine how much we had accumulated over the years. There were items to be divided, others to be evaluated and sold and many others to be simply pitched. Moves had to be made for my brother and I (each to different locations) and the house made attractive for the sale. It was an emotional time! Elaine and her excellent crew at Trusted Transitions were incredibly organized, hard-working and sensitive to our feelings. They didn’t just help us with our move. They made it possible. I can’t recommend their services strongly enough!
Dave O’Rourke
Elaine, thank you so much for easing the load at a very difficult time in my life. I found that when our family house was sold and the contents needed to be dealt with, I was just not in the frame of mind to look after that as well as a severely disabled mother who needed a lot of care. You certainly made the coping much easier. I want to thank you for organizing and physically managing to remove all of the contents of our house in a very short time frame and in a very efficient manner. It would have been physically and emotionally draining to go through everything and do it all myself. I also want to thank you for your ongoing follow up during the entire process. Your service is truly invaluable.
Maureen N.
Dear Elaine, Thank you so much for your excellent care and kindness in my daughter Carole’s move. Every detail was so thoughtfully looked after, and this of course lifted a great burden from the family. I wish that we had been aware of your services earlier!
Rosemarie Lynn & Family
Elaine, you did a lovely job and a thorough one, and – once again – I could not be more pleased. Mum would be delighted to see you and Michelle again – having you taking care of her made what could have been very difficult, very easy.
Jane
It was a great relief to bring my 90 year old mother into her new apartment which had been beautifully “set-up” for her arrival! Thank you, Elaine!
Anne
I was totally impressed by the service as well as Elaine’s professionalism, warmth and do-ability. She was always available, communicated extremely well, was flexible and willing to work around my “stress” levels.
Bev
Thanks to my real estate agent, I was introduced to Jeanne. At a very busy time in my life, I was faced with the daunting task of moving from a large home that had significant emotional attachment. The contents of my home that I chose to keep were directed to three different locations. Items for sale had to be valued and potential buyers needed to be found. Jeanne always knew how to organize the situation to make it easier to get the job done. Everything was accomplished in an orderly and timely manner before the house closing, and I was very proud to have my home left for the new owners in pristine condition. Thank you, Jeanne, for bringing so many services together for me and supporting the community along the way with needed donations. Jeanne is a self-starter, well organized, flexible and understanding.
Maureen B.
Some things just work out unbelievably well. As you know, Mom has been personally challenged over the past couple years, and that has significantly impacted her way of life. In the midst of dealing with these challenges, moving was a daunting task for her. Preparing and moving from Collingwood alone has been difficult, considering the past two years, and that both of her children live in Toronto and not always available added to the burden. When Mom mentioned that you were on the scene and assisting, I knew everything would work out fine … and it did! With every conversation I had with Mom during the preparation for the move, not only were you mentioned, Mom was SO VERY MUCH TAKEN BACK by your assistance in taking over in doing all the things that Mom was unable to do … and then some! The sentence “that Jeanne is a wonderful person” was used many times. All I could say was “I know!” Your attitude has always been amazing and you were always there to help. On behalf of my Mom, Patti and myself … THANK YOU JEANNE!
Dan O
I would like to thank you, Michele, and your team for doing such a wonderful job for Pat’s family. With Pat being in hospital and unable to do anything in terms of her move and her only family on the other side of the country, your assistance provided a very valuable service. You facilitated every aspect of the move from the packing and labeling of boxes, to cleaning and to disposing of unwanted items. You worked efficiently and quickly, and I don’t know how the family would have managed without you! Many, many thanks, and please know that I am very happy to recommend your services.
Susan Fox, Realtor, Stratford.
Your service is perfect. Your help & dedication to your job saved me a lot of worry and stress. I never realized there was such an outstanding moving service available. It’s especially wonderful for disabled people like myself. Thank you so much.
Jane.
Having completed the decluttering process at my apartment, I have to tell you I feel a tremendous weight has been lifted from my shoulders. I stand with the cupboard doors open admiring the organization and order that has come from such chaos and clutter. I have so much space now!
If ever I need to move, half of my work is already done. Thank-you.
Doreen.
Our mother died unexpectedly and it was our responsibility to handle the disposition of her effects and the contents of her apartment. Elaine and her staff were recommended to us. They were efficient and caring. We appreciated the services that Elaine provided at this difficult time. We highly recommend her.
Brenda and Bob.
After losing both of my parents within a rather short time, my brothers and I were faced with quite a task: clearing out and selling the family home. It is an emotional experience, as well as an intimidating task. Our real estate agent referred us to Elaine Frost at Trusted Transitions, and we immediately booked a consult. After a brief discussion with Elaine, we knew that this was the way to go. Elaine to the rescue! She became a real life superhero, as my 5 year old would say. She and her team cleared the house, sold and donated contents, moved furniture, cleaned floors and windows and did it all in a timely manner, and with care and respect. We were left to pick up the emotional pieces in our own lives without having to worry about facing this monumental job. Elaine took care of it all. I highly recommend Trusted Transitions … in a nutshell, your transition will be smooth and easy!
Ellen.
Certainly worked hard, courteously and diligently for me, someone who hated just the thought of moving to cope with a big change in their lifestyle.
Nancy.
WOW…I can’t believe it! I just can’t believe how little I had to worry about the house!!!! I will never be able to thank you enough…this has been quite the emotional roller-coaster ride but you took an ENORMOUS load off my shoulders. Hope I will see you soon so I can thank you in person!!!
Erica