Helping Families

When someone you love is preparing to move, downsize, or settle an estate, it’s never just about the stuff. It’s about the memories, the stories, and the years lived within those walls. As a local downsizing and private sales specialist based in Pacific Grove, California, I help families navigate these transitions with compassion, organization, and heart.

Whether your family lives here on the Monterey Peninsula—or you’re coordinating care from another state—you can trust that your loved one’s home, belongings, and legacy are handled with the respect they deserve.

Many adult children live hours or even states away, trying to manage life transitions for aging parents or relatives from a distance. I become your reliable point person on the ground—someone you can trust to treat your loved one’s home as if it were my own.

From downsizing and decluttering to private estate sales and move coordination, I bridge the gap between what needs to be done and what feels emotionally possible.

You’ll receive updates, photos, and clear communication throughout the process—so even if you’re not here, you’ll feel like you are.

Every project is personal, but it often includes:

Room-by-room downsizing: Sorting, organizing, and preparing items for family distribution, donation, or sale.

Private estate sales: Thoughtfully managing sales of cherished belongings to maximize value and minimize stress.

Move coordination: Overseeing movers, cleaners, donation pickups, and storage logistics.

Compassionate presence: Creating a calm, reassuring environment during emotional change.

If you live on the Monterey Peninsula, I offer hands-on, personalized support for:

Parents or grandparents transitioning to assisted living or smaller homes

Couples ready to simplify their lifestyle and let go of excess belongings

Families preparing a home for sale or market presentation

Loved ones sorting through a lifetime of collections, antiques, and keepsakes

Every home holds a lifetime of meaning—and my role is to help make space for the next chapter while honoring what came before.

When you can’t be here in person, having a trusted local professional is invaluable. I partner closely with families across California and the U.S. who need someone to manage the process with care and accountability.

This might include:

Coordinating the entire downsizing or estate process on your behalf

Providing detailed photo updates and itemized reports

Handling private resale of valuable furniture, collectibles, and heirlooms

Overseeing movers, cleaners, and estate liquidators

Offering comfort and companionship to a loved one during a difficult time

No matter the distance, you’ll have peace of mind knowing that everything—and everyone—is being looked after with integrity.

Saves time and emotional energy during major transitions

Maximizes financial return through private, respectful resale

Lightens emotional and logistical stress

Preserves family relationships by bringing neutrality and structure to emotional decisions

Brings peace of mind knowing your loved one’s move, estate, or home is being handled with care