Divas in the News

Seven years ago, I launched my Downsizing Diva franchises in Etobicoke, plus Caledon and Dufferin. I never dreamed that it would be such a success and such a rewarding journey. Now, the time has come for me to focus close to home. I am happy to introduce the new owner of Downsizing Diva Etobicoke, Carolyn Grout. Carolyn has been a very valuable employee since the summer of 2017 and recently showed an interest in purchasing my Etobicoke territory. Etobicoke residents are in good hands with Carolyn.

More and more Zoomers and their families are downsizing. Whether they just want to get rid of unnecessary clutter, or downsizing to live in a smaller spaces. But moving at any age can be quite overwhelming when you’ve lived in your home for many years. We speak with the co-founder of Downsizing Diva, Karen Shinn, who specializes in moving seniors.

Parents see heirlooms. Their kids see junk to clean up. It's a keepsake dilemma for families. (Pixabay.com)

Karen was interviewed by Libby Znaimer - ZOOMER radio for "ZOOMER Week in Review", which aired on September 2nd and 3rd, 2017. Listen for Karen at the 10 minute mark.

FOR SENIORS, one of the most difficult times in their later years can be the task of moving and the downsizing stage. Read Full Article

Brenda Alderdice knew she was ready to start her own downsizing business when she managed her elderly father’s move out of a two-bedroom apartment he’d lived in for 35 years.