Your Local Senior Transition Resource Center

Your local connection to a smoother transition. We’ve vetted the experts, so you don’t have to.

Moving after decades in the same home is a significant milestone. The challenge isn't just the logistics, it’s knowing who to trust with your lifetime of memories. As Seniors Real Estate Specialists (SRES®), we created the Rightsizing Resource Network to simplify your transition. This directory connects you with local experts from estate organizers to specialized movers who prioritize patience, integrity, and care. Whether you are just starting to declutter or are ready to move, these are the partners we trust to treat our clients like family.

Find the Right Expert for Your Transition

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Estate Sales & Appraisals
Clear the Home with Confidence. These experts help you identify high-value items, manage appraisals, and coordinate the sale of belongings you no longer need. They handle the logistics of liquidating an estate so you can focus on your next chapter.
2
Professional Decluttering
Simplify Your Surroundings. Downsizing decades of memories is an emotional process. Our vetted organizers work alongside you with patience and care to sort, donate, and declutter your space, making your home safer and more manageable.
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Home Prep & Painting
Maximize Your Home’s Value. Whether you are staying in place or preparing to sell, these teams focus on high-impact updates. From installing safety grab bars to a fresh coat of low-VOC paint, they ensure your home is beautiful, market-ready, and senior-friendly.
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Movers
A Move Tailored to Your Pace. Unlike standard movers, these professionals specialize in senior relocations and retirement residence transitions. They provide "white-glove" service, from careful packing to recreating your familiar furniture layout in your new home.

Estate Sale Organizers & Appraisers

Estate Concierge & Downsizing Services

If you are staring at a house full of decades of belongings and don't know where to start, this is the team to call. They specialize in complete estate closures, managing everything from sorting and selling to the final clearing of the property. Their goal is to remove the physical burden of downsizing entirely, so you and your family don't have to lift a finger.

  • Locations: Serving Burlington, Oakville, and surrounding areas.
  • Burlington - 2258 Belmont Crt. Burlington, ON,  L7P 3N3
    Phone: 905-336-7901
    Text: 905-320-8619
  • Oakville - 365 Willis Drive, Oakville, ON, L6L 4T9
    Phone: 905-849-8253
  • Website: estateconcierge.ca
  • What you need to know: They offer "turn-key" estate closures. If you are overwhelmed by a full house, they handle the sorting, selling, and clearing so you don't have to lift a finger.

 

Treasure Antique & Appraisers

For homes containing fine art, collectibles, or high-value heirlooms, professional insight is essential. Treasure Antiques provides formal appraisals and online valuations to ensure your items are accurately priced for the current market. Whether you are looking to sell a single piece or an entire collection, they provide the expertise needed to protect your financial interests.

  • Burlington Address: 764 Guelph Line #203, Burlington, ON L7R 3N5, Canada
  • Toronto Address: 1349 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M4T 1X9
  • Contact: 416-855-6999
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Website: treasureantique.com
  • What you need to know: Perfect for high-value items or collectibles. They provide formal appraisals or online valuations to ensure your heirlooms are priced correctly before sale.

 

Movin' On Mamas

The Pioneers of Gentle Transitions. Specializing in the emotional and physical journey of senior relocation, Movin' On Mamas focuses on "rightsizing" with compassion. They handle the intricate details of moving seniors into retirement residences, ensuring that the new space feels like home from day one.

  • Location: 2007 Cavendish Dr, Burlington, ON
  • Contact: (905) 407-8080
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Website: movinonmamas.com
  • What you need to know: As pioneers of senior move management in the Burlington and Oakville area, they are experts at navigating the emotional weight of a move. They don't just move boxes; they specialize in the "soft skills" of helping seniors transition into retirement communities with dignity and minimal stress.

 

NEATSPACES

Expert Senior Move Management. NEATSPACES provides a streamlined, professional approach to downsizing and relocation. Their team is dedicated to managing the complexities of a move, from floor planning to professional packing, specifically tailored to the needs of seniors in Burlington and the surrounding GTA.

  • Location: 2007 Cavendish Dr, Burlington, ON
  • Contact: Toronto (416) 262-1199 | Burlington (905) 483-7678
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Website: neatspaces.ca
  • What you need to know: They are the go-to specialists for the physical logistics of a senior move. If you need a technical eye for floor planning (ensuring furniture fits in a smaller layout) or high-efficiency professional packing, their team is trained to handle the entire project from start to finish.

Professional Declutterers

Wellnested Living Co.

Wellnested Living Co. focuses on creating beautiful, functional environments that support a vibrant lifestyle. They specialize in helping seniors reimagine their space, whether they are modifying a current home for long-term comfort or designing a new, smaller residence to feel spacious and personalized.

  • Service AreasServing Burlington, Oakville, Milton, Hamilton, Grimsby, Stoney Creek, Mississauga, Toronto, Kitchener, Waterloo,  St. Catharines and others.
  • Contact: [email protected]
  • Website: wellnestedliving.ca
  • What you need to know: They focus on "making space for what matters." Best for seniors who want to stay in their current home but need to declutter for safety and peace of mind.

 

Chaos to Clarity

True to their name, Chaos to Clarity specializes in transforming overwhelming environments into organized, manageable homes. They provide the hands-on support needed to declutter decades of belongings, helping families decide what truly matters while clearing the "chaos" that often stalls a move.

  • Service Areas: Burlington, Oakville, Milton along with Hamilton, Peel and surrounding areas.
  • Contact: 905-484-6958 | [email protected]
  • Website: chaostoclarity.ca
  • What you need to know: Owned by Adele Lapointe, a multi-award-winning organizer. She is exceptionally patient and works alongside seniors to create customized, easy-to-maintain systems.

SRES-Preferred Painters

CertaPro Painters of Oakville/Burlington

CertaPro is a trusted name for both interior and exterior painting, known for their professional "certainty" and attention to detail. Whether you are refreshing the walls to get a home market-ready or customizing a new space to make it your own, their team provides a seamless, high-quality experience.

  • Address: 333 Wyecroft Rd., Unit 4 Oakville, ON L6K 2H2
  • Contact: 905-582-5633
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Website: certapro.com/oakville-burlington
  • What you need to know: Ask for their 10% Senior Discount on projects over $2,500. They are experts in "listing prep" to help your home sell for top dollar.

 

Flora Painting Limited

Flora Painting Limited is a local favorite for those seeking personalized service and expert finishes. They specialize in high-quality interior painting and surface preparation, ensuring every room they touch feels refreshed and refined.

  • Address: 345 Wyecroft Rd, Unit 5, Oakville, ON L6K 2H2.
  • Contact: 647-721-4058
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Website: florapainting.ca
  • What you need to know: Highly rated for meticulous cleanup and professional conduct. Excellent for interior refreshes before a move.

Specialized Moving Services

Oakville Moving & Storage

With decades of experience serving the community, Oakville Moving & Storage is a staple for families seeking a reliable, full-service moving experience. They offer everything from professional packing and climate-controlled storage to local and long-distance relocation, all delivered with a focus on protecting your most valued possessions.

  • Address: 2088 Speers Rd #1, Oakville, ON.
  • Contact: 289-230-2544
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Website: oakvillemovingandstorage.com
  • What you need to know: They offer a 10% Senior Discount. Their team is specifically trained for retirement home transitions and handles delicate items like pianos with extreme care.

 

Morrison Moving

Morrison Moving has built a strong reputation across Burlington and Hamilton for their efficiency and customer-first approach. They pride themselves on transparent pricing and a stress-free process, whether they are moving a large family estate or helping a senior transition into a new residence.

  • Address: 130 Brockley Dr, Hamilton, ON (Serving Burlington/Oakville).
  • Contact: 905-525-8332
  • Website: morrisonmoving.ca
  • What you need to know: A local staple for over 30 years. They offer plastic bin rentals, which are much easier for seniors to handle than traditional cardboard boxes.

 

Bronte Movers & Cartage

Bronte Movers is a family-owned business that has been moving the West GTA for over 50 years. They specialize in handling heavy or delicate items including pianos and fine furniture with the specialized equipment and care necessary to ensure a damage-free move.

  • Address: 1360 Speers Road, Unit A, Oakville, ON L6L 5V3.
  • Contact: Local: 905-847-9638 | Toll Free: 888-947-9638
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Website: brontemovers.ca
  • What you need to know: A highly trusted local name since 1975. Great for larger estate moves that require a high-capacity team and secure storage options.
Important Notice: The Rightsizing Resource Network is provided by Martin Group as a complimentary resource for our clients and the senior community. While we have selected these vendors based on their reputation and specialized experience with senior transitions, Martin Group does not own, operate, or formally endorse these independent businesses.
We strongly encourage all users to perform their own due diligence, including verifying current insurance, licensing, and obtaining independent quotes before entering into a contract. Martin Group assumes no liability for the services, actions, or omissions of the vendors listed in this directory.

Why Families Choose Martin Group

This transition is one of the most significant your family will navigate. Having the right team one that genuinely understands the human side of it makes all the difference.

Karen Martin · Senior Transition Specialist

Karen holds the Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES®) designation specialized training in the financial, legal, and emotional dimensions of helping clients 55+ navigate one of life's biggest transitions. Working alongside the full Martin Group team, Karen brings both market expertise and genuine compassion to every senior move.
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