--- title: Move-In Guide | Sequoia Living description: This free guide can help reduce feeling overwhelmed by the downsizing process. Ask your community representative for details.  --- [![SL-Never Stop Growing-Primary Logo-Color\_Full Color](https://info.sequoialiving.org/hs-fs/hubfs/SL-Never%20Stop%20Growing-Primary%20Logo-Color_Full%20Color.png?width=150&height=84&name=SL-Never%20Stop%20Growing-Primary%20Logo-Color_Full%20Color.png "SL-Never Stop Growing-Primary Logo-Color_Full Color")](https://sequoialiving.org/) ## here is a guide to Simplify your move. ### It's the next chapter of your life. Embrace the adventure. Good things are to come. This free guide can help reduce feeling overwhelmed by the downsizing process. It's time to look forward to friendships, delicious meals, and activities you enjoy. These tips will get you organized and ease the transition. Don't forget, every new resident can take advantage of free moving assistance. Ask your community representative for details.  ![Isolated SSF Retired Nurse (1)-1](https://info.sequoialiving.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Isolated%20SSF%20Retired%20Nurse%20(1)-1.png?width=550&height=515&name=Isolated%20SSF%20Retired%20Nurse%20(1)-1.png "Isolated SSF Retired Nurse (1)-1") ![Latina Woman Moving Downsizing Packing Boxes ](https://info.sequoialiving.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Latina%20Woman%20Moving%20Downsizing.jpeg?width=500&height=262&name=Latina%20Woman%20Moving%20Downsizing.jpeg "Latina Woman Moving Downsizing Packing Boxes ") ## HANDLe THE HOUSEKEEPING Before moving to senior living, it's important to make a list of all the companies and organizations you need to notify of your new address, such as your bank or cell phone provider. Get detailed instructions on how to handle this by filling out the form above.  ## AN EASIER TRANSITION TO SENIOR LIVING Downsizing to a retirement community doesn't need to be stressful. Many things are changing, and you might feel a range of emotions and loss. At Sequoia Living, we’re here to ease your transition and ensure you’re well-cared for and happy. Here’s to the beginning of something incredibly wonderful as you start this next chapter full of opportunities to discover, learn, and grow each day. ## OUR LOCATIONS ![sequoia san francisco](https://info.sequoialiving.org/hs-fs/hubfs/sequoia%20san%20francisco.png?width=500&height=226&name=sequoia%20san%20francisco.png "sequoia san francisco") ## THE SEQUOIAS SAN FRANCISCO Enjoy city life bustling at your doorstep and panoramic skylines gracing your windows.  [Click here to](https://sequoialiving.org/san-francisco/schedule-a-tour/?_gl=1*13h9g4a*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NDU0Mjg2MjkuQ2owS0NRanc3ZG0tQmhDb0FSSXNBTEZrNHY4eGZlYkEyUDhhcHFkZjFfTTNfWXJpMFpoRmpiVWF3dS05X0JlZnFTajl0Tkp5SEI4OXdZTWFBbTVKRUFMd193Y0I.*_gcl_au*NjM0ODEzNDU2LjE3NDQwNDIyODU.*_ga*MTM0NzQyODAzOC4xNzEyNzAxNzIy*_ga_LFP19G3B3B*czE3NTA3OTAwOTEkbzE4MCRnMSR0MTc1MDc5MDc2OCRqNTkkbDAkaDA.) schedule a visit. ![SequoiaTamalpais-18-1](https://info.sequoialiving.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Photos%20-%20Properties/SequoiaTamalpais-18-1.jpeg?width=500&height=226&name=SequoiaTamalpais-18-1.jpeg "SequoiaTamalpais-18-1") ## THE TAMALPAIS MARIN Relish the stunning views and comfortable life made possible by community living. 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