--- title: Moving a Parent to Assisted Living: A Family Guide url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-a-parent-to-assisted-living/ business: O'Brien's Moving & Storage address: 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 phone: 775-359-6683 (toll-free 1-800-253-7814) hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm licenses: U.S. DOT No. 30611, MC-109375, Nevada CPCN 1070; interstate agent for Bekins Van Lines since 1955 type: Moving and storage company, family owned since 1941 --- - [Home](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/) - [Moving resources: guides, checklists, tools and data](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/resources/) - [Moving guides](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/) - Moving a parent to assisted living # Moving a parent to assisted living Bring the familiar things first: the chair, the bed linens, the photographs and the clock, set up in the new room before your parent arrives. Move the room in one day, and take the time to sort, sell or store the rest of the old home afterward. or call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 [U.S. DOT No. 30611](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/licenses-and-authority/) Moving a parent into assisted living is both a practical task and a family event. The room is usually one room, so the choices about what goes are real choices. A move that is calm and that feels like home on the first night makes the first weeks easier for everyone. This guide separates the work into the room, the move day and the old home. ## Start with the new room Ask the community for the room measurements, and for a list of what it supplies and what residents bring. Draw a plan and place the bed, a favorite chair, a small table and a dresser. Add wall art, family photos, a clock and the bedspread that looks like home. Bring only what fits, and leave floor space for a walker or wheelchair. Label every item with the resident's name. Most communities ask for that, and it helps if things are moved between rooms. ## Choose what comes - Clothes for two weeks, with name labels, and a few outfits for special days. - Medications and papers stay with the family or the nurse, not on a truck. - A phone and a charger, glasses, hearing aids and a spare set of each. - A few books, a radio or music player and a hobby kit. - The items your parent asks for by name. Ask before deciding. ## Plan the move day around your parent Choose a time of day when your parent is at their best. Have a family member set up the room while another stays with your parent, so they arrive to a finished room. Keep the day short and quiet. A crew that has done senior moves before understands the pace. O'Brien's [senior moving](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/senior-moving/) help covers packing, moving and placing furniture in the new room. Reserve the elevator or loading area with the community in advance. Many communities ask movers to confirm their insurance and the time window. ## Think about money and coverage Medicare does not usually pay for long-term custodial care, and the program explains what it covers on its long-term care page. Eldercare Locator, a federal service, and Nevada's Aging and Disability Services Division can help families find programs and social workers who explain the options. This guide does not give legal or financial advice, so ask an elder-law attorney or a benefits counselor when questions come up. ## Deal with the old home later After the move comes the larger job: the house or apartment. Take time before you decide what to keep. Vault storage from $40 per month gives the family room to decide without a deadline. See [downsizing for seniors](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/downsizing-for-seniors/), [handling an estate move](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/estate-moves/) and [estate and downsizing storage](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/full-service-storage/estate-and-downsizing-storage/). ## The first weeks Visit often at first, bring a meal or a project, and learn the staff. Ask the community how it supports new residents. Many parents adjust in a few weeks, and some need longer. Keep notes on what helps. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [Medicare.gov, Long-term care](https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care) - [Eldercare Locator, Administration for Community Living](https://eldercare.acl.gov/home) - [Nevada Aging and Disability Services Division](https://www.adsd.nv.gov/) ### Free in-home estimate - An O'Brien's estimator walks through your home - A written, itemized estimate - 10 free heavy-duty boxes, yours to keep [How our estimates work](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/how-our-estimates-work/) ### Visit or call the office 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) | Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | | --- | --- | | Saturday and Sunday | Closed | [Get my free estimate](#estimate) ### Related - [Senior moves and downsizing help](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/senior-moving/) - [Downsizing for seniors](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/downsizing-for-seniors/) - [Senior moving checklist](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/senior-moving-checklist/) - [Handling an estate move](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/estate-moves/) Moving guides ## Read next - [Handling an estate move](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/estate-moves/) - [Moving for a new job](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-for-a-new-job/) - [Moving into your first apartment](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/first-apartment-move/) - [Getting furniture ready for home staging](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-and-home-staging/) - [What is FF&E?](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/what-is-ffe/) - [Hotel renovation FF&E logistics](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/hotel-renovation-ffe-logistics/) - [Planning a laboratory move](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/planning-a-lab-move/) - [Moving office IT and equipment](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/office-move-it-and-equipment/) Answers ## Questions people ask Still have a question? Call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683), Mon-Fri 8-5, or see the [moving FAQ](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/). ### How much should my parent bring? Whatever fits the room and matters to them: a chair, linens, photos and clothes. The community can tell you the room size and what it supplies. ### Should the move happen in one day? Usually yes. Set up the room first so your parent arrives to a finished space. ### Does Medicare pay for assisted living? Medicare generally does not cover long-term custodial care. Its long-term care page explains what it does cover. ## 4.3 stars from 71 Google reviews What customers say about O'Brien's [Read more reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/)[See them on Google](https://maps.google.com/maps?cid=17335326057105140938) J Jennifer C. August 3, 2023 Customer service, packers, and loaders were very responsive, professional, and did an overall great job. C Christy R. March 25, 2023 All of the above! Have used o'briens several times in the past and always had great timely service! ### Owner's reply Christy thank you so much, not just for the 5 star review but also for continuing to stay a O'Brien's Customer. We appreciate your repeat business and you know we love talking with you anytime! You know where to find us when you need us! J Jessica D. February 14, 2023 I have always had a really good experience with Obriens delivery service. I've been a girl scout volunteer for 6 years now and they are always very friendly and helpful. Thank you for all you do!! ### Owner's reply Jessica, thank you so much for the kind words. We love the Girl Scout cookie distribution time. It gives us the chance to interact with you ladies that are out there making a difference in our community every day! Thank you for everything you do. ## Get your free, in-home moving estimate An estimator visits, walks through everything and gives you a written, itemized estimate. Rather talk? 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