Moving House Large Family: Coordinating Moves with Multiple Family Members

Moving House Large Family: Coordinating Moves with Multiple Family Members

Moving with a large family—multiple children, perhaps elderly parents, or extended family—requires careful coordination to ensure everyone’s needs are met and the move runs smoothly.

Pre-Move Family Meeting

• Explain the move and timeline to all family members
• Assign age-appropriate responsibilities
• Create a master calendar for key dates
• Address concerns and emotions from each person

Packing Coordination

By Person: Each family member packs their own belongings:

• Adults: personal items, clothing, hobby equipment
• Children: toys, books, electronics, favorite items
• Elderly parents: valuables, medications, familiar items

By Room: Coordinate packing to avoid chaos:

• Pack non-essential rooms first
• Keep daily essentials accessible until moving day
• Label boxes clearly with room and contents

Managing Different Needs

Children’s Needs:

• Pack “entertainment box” for moving day
• Maintain normal routines as much as possible
• Supervise younger children away from heavy lifting

Elderly Family Members:

• Ensure they have access to comfortable seating
• Keep medications and essential items with them
• Schedule rest breaks throughout the day

“Successful family moves require treating everyone as a participant, not just a passenger. Give each family member ownership of their part of the process.”