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Episode 40 – When Moving Feels Impossible: ADHD and the Overwhelm of Life Transitions

In this episode of Grandma Has ADHD, we dive into ADHD challenges and move management, exploring how both intersect to make moving, decluttering, and organizing feel overwhelming. However, with the right support, these challenges can absolutely be managed.

Jami’s Personal ADHD Experience

Host Jami Shapiro shares her personal experience living with ADHD. As a result, she explains how challenges like executive dysfunction, decision fatigue, time blindness, and emotional overwhelm can complicate even simple daily tasks. Naturally, these difficulties become even more intense during a major life event like moving.

Fortunately, there is help. Jami describes how move management services provide practical solutions for adults, seniors, busy professionals, and families. By breaking big projects into smaller, actionable steps, these services reduce stress and create sustainable organization.

What Are ADHD Challenges and Move Management?

ADHD makes planning, organizing, and completing tasks much harder. When combined with major life changes like moving or downsizing, the process can feel impossible to navigate alone.

Thankfully, this is where move management services step in. Move managers offer hands-on assistance with sorting, floor planning, coordinating movers, and setting up fully functional, organized spaces. As a result, clients experience a smoother, less stressful transition.

Who Can Benefit from Move Management?

Move management services are ideal for many people, including:

    • Adults living with ADHD

    • Seniors downsizing or relocating

    • Busy professionals balancing work, family, and moving

    • Families feeling overwhelmed by clutter or life changes

    • Realtors assisting clients who struggle with organization

Key Topics in This Episode:

Throughout the episode, Jami discusses several important topics:

    • ADHD executive functioning challenges that complicate moving

    • The emotional weight of decluttering and downsizing

    • Why decision fatigue makes organizing harder

    • How move managers simplify complex moves

    • The benefits of senior living communities for ADHD adults and seniors

    • The importance of community support to reduce isolation

Resources & Key Terms Mentioned:

  • National Association of Senior & Specialty Move Managers (NASMM): An international organization offering training and certification for professional move managers who support seniors, families, and busy adults through the moving process. https://www.nasmm.org/
  • Certified Senior Advisors – A professional certification for individuals who work with seniors, providing expertise in aging-related issues and resources. https://www.csa.us/
  • Jami’s ADHD Coaching – Virtual and in-person ADHD coaching for clients over 50, especially in San Diego. http://grandmahasadhd.com/ Call: (760) 607-7377
  • Silver Linings Transitions: Move management and home organization services for adults, families, seniors, and those navigating ADHD challenges. Based in San Diego, with virtual coaching available. silverliningstransitions.com / Call: (760) 522-1624