Senior Moving Services in Melbourne
Moving brings challenges for people of all ages, but for seniors, the process often involves major life adjustments. At Shoreview Moving and Storage, we specialize in compassionate and reliable senior moving services in Melbourne specifically designed to support the unique needs of older adults and their families. Whether you or a loved one is downsizing, moving to an assisted living facility, or moving to be near loved ones, our compassionate team is here to provide a positive and comfortable transition.
Why Choose Shoreview Moving and Storage as Your Melbourne senior mover?
We appreciate that a senior move is more than just moving belongings—it’s about making a major life change easier. Our team provides:
- Kind and Patient Support – We ensure you feel heard and cared for.
- Personalized Moving Plans – We tailor our approach to meet each client’s health, mobility, and emotional needs.
- Packing and Unpacking Services – We handle everything from organizing and boxing up to setting up your new space.
- Furniture Placement – We assist with placement of items in a way that creates a safe and familiar environment.


Step-by-Step Senior Moving Process
Our dedicated process for supporting seniors in Melbourne is designed to make things easier and bring peace of mind:
- Initial Consultation
We sit down with you and your family or support team to review expectations, schedules, and requirements. - Planning & Organization
We provide guidance for letting go of items, create floorplans for the new space, and build a detailed move plan. - Packing & Preparation
Our experienced movers pack your items carefully, clearly labeling boxes for easy identification. - Secure tTransportation
We utilize the right tools and practices that ensure the safe transport of your belongings. - Unpacking & Settling In
We help unpack and arrange everything so you feel at home from day one. From hanging curtains to making the bed, we handle everything for you.
Services Designed with Seniors in Mind
Our senior moving company supporting Melbourne seniors delivers additional services to ensure a thoughtful and respectful experience:
- Assistance with decluttering and donating unwanted items
- Complete estate cleanout assistance
- Secure and flexible storage options
- Move coordination with retirement communities and assisted living facilities
- Assistance with transferring medical records and prescriptions
- Suggestions for providers and community options catering to seniors
We understand that many seniors have built a lifetime of memories in one place, which can make the moving process emotionally challenging. Our movers are not only trained in best practices for handling fragile or heavy items—they are also trained to be patient, kind, and considerate. We believe that every senior deserves dignity and care, and we bring this approach from your first call to the final delivery, from the initial phone call to the final placement of your favorite chair.
Our goal is to help seniors preserve autonomy and choice throughout the move during the moving process. We’re here to offer information and updates, adjust for personal requirements or preferences, and make certain your move progresses at a pace you set.
Ideal for:
- Seniors downsizing and leaving family homes
- Retirees moving to assisted or independent living
- Families moving aging parents closer
- Estate and trust managers handling moves
How to Get Started
If you or a loved one is preparing for a senior move in Melbourne, let Shoreview Moving and Storage take the stress out of the process. Give us a call at 302-286-9155 and set up a meeting and get a complimentary quote for our senior moving services.