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A Gift Of Time, LLC
Senior Move Managers — Serving Milwaukee & Southeastern Wisconsin for 30 Years
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New Home Setup Checklist — Room by Room
What to unpack first so night one feels like home
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The goal of setup day is not an empty box count. It is a home that works by bedtime. Work in this order and the first night will be calm instead of chaotic.
Bedroom first
- Bed assembled, made, and positioned with a clear path to the bathroom.
- Nightstand with lamp, glasses, water, phone, and a flashlight.
- Medications placed in their usual spot, out of the bathroom humidity.
- Closet and dresser filled before boxes are broken down.
- Familiar quilt, photos, and one chair in place.
- Nightlight between bed and bathroom.
Bathroom second
- Toilet paper, towels, soap, and a wastebasket within reach.
- Shower mat, grab bar, and a place to sit if needed.
- Daily toiletries unpacked, duplicates of anything essential.
- Nightlight and a clear, unobstructed floor.
Kitchen third
- Coffee, mugs, glasses, plates, and one pot where they will look first.
- A few days of easy food in the refrigerator and pantry.
- Trash bags, paper towels, dish soap, and a working can opener.
- Labels on cabinets if memory or vision is a concern.
Living area and safety
- Television and remote working, with the same channels as before.
- Favorite chair in its familiar position relative to the window.
- Pictures hung before the family leaves.
- Rugs secured or removed; cords routed along walls.
- Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors tested.
- Two working flashlights, one by the bed and one in the kitchen.
Before you leave
- Every box and all packing paper removed.
- Thermostat set and explained.
- Wi-Fi connected and the password written down.
- Phone numbers for the front desk, a neighbor, and family posted by the phone.
- Emergency contact list on the refrigerator.
More detail online: agiftoftime.net/resources/home-setup-checklist
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