Always on the move, Rachel grew up between Paris and San Francisco where she learned to recognize what matters and how to create cozy homes with what she had. She earned her master’s degree in interior design in Paris and spent over a decade crafting interiors blending purpose with style. For her next act, Rachel teamed up with her mother and for the next ten years, she opened and ran Le Garage in Brooklyn, turning a raw space into a functional and warm French restaurant filled with their love of food and shared story. Now married and based in New York, Rachel naturally gravitates toward harmony. She finds joy in the small details that bring ease to everyday life. A natural multitasker, she believes that peace lives in the little things. When your space works for you, life flows more freely! Rachel also volunteers at a homeless shelter (The Bowery Mission), bringing the same care and love to service. Her favorite escape: a book in hand, lying in the sun by the Mediterranean Sea.
Tara’s knack for transforming spaces began in childhood, moving frequently across the U.S. and Europe with her chemical engineer dad, stay at home mom and five sibilings. With each move, whether transitioning between large homes or cozy apartments, Tara was amazed by her mother’s ability to create organized and welcoming spaces in just a matter of days. Her mother’s mantra, “Pack one box and take only what you love,” instilled in Tara a profound appreciation for meaningful belongings and the art of decluttering. After earning a degree in history and fine arts from SMU, Tara’s journey led her from San Francisco to Boston and, finally, to New York, where she pursued a rewarding career in education. Known for her meticulously organized classrooms, Tara soon became the go-to person for helping colleagues revamp their spaces. With her three kids now in college, Tara is thrilled to focus on helping clients create welcoming, beautifully functional homes. In her downtime, she loves visiting her family around the globe with her husband and their spirited Labrador, Bear.
Sharon was born in the US and moved to France as a child, becoming fluent in French. After her formative years in Europe, her family settled in New Canaan, CT. Sharon attended Providence College and discovered her passion for marketing, leading to roles in London, Paris, Frankfurt, and the US.
After earning her MBA from Thunderbird School of Global Management, Sharon and her husband, Tom, moved to New Canaan, CT where they raised their two children. She has organized her home, her children's rooms, dorms, and apartments. She has a unique talent for re-imagining spaces and witnessing the positive impact of these transformations. Even in her volunteer activities, Sharon brings her organizational skills to Planet New Canaan's Swap Shop, making it easy for customers to find what they need.
Professionally, Sharon has managed complex marketing campaigns and led projects requiring meticulous organization. From marketing plans to family vacations, there's not much that intimidates Sharon. Her diverse experiences and dedication make her a force in both her professional and personal life!
Ulrike was born & raised just outside Hamburg, Germany, in a small town where her father was a doctor and her mother commanded a household of six. Her parents both came from large families and her childhood was filled with visits to grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins.
In college, she studied History, French and Design from 1988-1992 at the University of Augsburg and the Fachhochschule Hildesheim where she received a Fulbright Scholarship for Design. From 1994-1996 Ulrike worked as Art Director at The Lacey Group, Minneapolis, MN and she worked as Art Director at Pluzynski & Associates, Inc. from 1997-1999.
After years of dealing with tight deadlines, she decided to focus on her 3 children full-time. Her husband’s career in the Museum World was blossoming and it was a true gift for her to be able to stay at home. Ulrike's oldest son finished college in May 2022, her middle son goes to "The New School" for Classical Music and her daughter is a Freshman in High School. Her passion is Real Estate Investments: She had the privilege of renovating/flipping small Real Estate Investment since arriving in NYC and she considers it a blessing even though it comes with its highs & lows.
Who knew that she would end up raising true New Yorkers, coming from a small town near Hamburg, Germany - all because of her wanderlust and staying open to the unexpected and to embrace the twists and turns along the road.
I started my career as a style editor at Condé Nast, and moved on to be President of a gallery and photo studio in Chelsea.
Most recently, I’ve collaborated with my partner in real estate development and design. We’ve worked on townhouses in Brooklyn, a farm in upstate New York, and multiple beach homes in New Jersey.
As much as I love to work outside the home, the most rewarding and challenging aspect of my life is raising my four children. They’ve patiently moved with us on many projects and tolerated living in multiple construction sites!
I’m thrilled to be part of the Done & Done and to watch the company grow and prosper!
The living room is my favorite space because we have an open floor plan that overlooks Brooklyn Bridge Park and the NYC Bridges. It’s the perfect room to entertain family and friends because while I’m cooking, we can all hang out together and enjoy the view.
People might have guessed that Stephanie would eventually become an organizer. In high school, she kept a record of every outfit that she wore on a piece of paper in her closet! Fast forward several years to when Stephanie met her husband Dan – set up by their respective Croatian families. Six homes, three children + one dog later, Stephanie lives in Connecticut with her husband and their three children. Stephanie keeps busy organizing their two college boys and high school daughter. When not working, she enjoys swimming, rowing, biking, gardening and volunteering with Meals on Wheels, the New Canaan Garden Club, the Congregational Church of New Canaan and Waveny Care Center. Stephanie is very thankful for team members Lise and Louise for helping to bring her on board!
As a young girl growing up in the suburbs of Cleveland, OH Judy would marvel at her grandmother, who every time she visited, would clean out and reorganize her parent’s refrigerator. She inherited the organizing gene and enjoyed cleaning out and reorganizing her bedroom in between school terms. Much to the delight of friends and family she has carried on the tradition of her grandmother by leaving them with the gift of a reorganized linen closet or pantry after her stay.
Judy graduated from Miami University in Oxford, OH with a B.A. in International Relations with a concentration in Political Science and History. She immediately moved to Washington, DC where she lived for several years before moving to NYC with her husband. She had a career in politics and marketing before becoming a stay at home mom after the birth of their triplets. Over the years she has worked as a small business consultant and fundraiser at her children’s schools.
Judy enjoys working with clients in finding homes for their special things and helping them realize a more organized home. She is looking forward to transforming her own family apartment into a adult family living space now that her children are college bound. Judy lives in Prospect Heights Brooklyn and near Hudson, NY with her husband.
Born and raised in Montreal, Gail embodies the character traits of a true Canadian, nice, helpful, with a sense of humor. As a young girl, Gail would organize her grandmother’s dresser drawers during visits to her apartment. Gail loved their interactions as she worked. Making improvements to someone’s space and listening to the stories of their life proved to be a meaningful experience.
Many years later, Gail chose to study Architecture and got her degree at McGill University. In New York, Gail learned the ropes working for an Architect, designing and project managing high-end residential projects in Manhattan.
Gail delights in collaborating with others to re-imagine a space and then witness the impact of the transformation on someone’s life. She brings her architectural skills of space-planning and visioning, and her enjoyment of brainstorming with clients and a team, to her work with Done and Done. Gail currently volunteers at the Brooklyn Public Library, assisting the Curator of Visual Art Programming on rotating exhibition projects. She lives in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn with her husband, also an architectural designer, and daughter, who is almost off to college. There is always an improvement project to work on at home.
Jeanne was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri but also frequently visited her dad and new family in Northern California. All that traveling for parental visits had its many perks, as Jeanne quickly learned how to master the art of packing the essentials into a suitcase and make a nest fit for any bird.
Jeanne earned her BFA from Syracuse University and later moved to NYC where she worked for artist Kris Ruhs making jewelry for Bergdorff Goodman, Corso Como 10 and private clients. She also started her own accessories business making eye-glass chains which sold in Henri Bendel’s, Robert Marc Opticians in NYC and Rodeo Drive in LA.
Jeanne attended the School of Visual Arts post baccalaureate in Art education and went on to teach art to children ranging from preschoolers to 8th graders until she married her husband Fred. Jeanne has extensive experience with all aspects of the home, from purchasing, selling, designing and renovating. She has designed and renovated many projects in her own home while also helping friends declutter, organize, and make decorating decisions. Jeanne also had a 12 year real estate venture in Red Hook, Brooklyn. It also doesn’t hurt that according to astrology, her birth chart has 6 houses in Virgo, making her exceedingly detail oriented!
Originally from the South and educated in the Midwest, Louise moved to New York after college. With a can-do attitude and lots of energy, she worked in sales for clothing manufacturers selling to everyone from major department stores to golf pro shops. Eventually Louise left the city for Connecticut and raised/managed/organized four children, one husband, countless pets, moves and renovations. These days she still volunteers in town (Meals on Wheels, National Charity League and the New Canaan Garden Club) but has found as her children have grown, she has much more free time. Louise is now thrilled to be able to bring her organizational and management skills, positive attitude and high energy to work at Done and Done.
Born and raised in Denmark, Lise came to the United States for a six month visit in the 1980s in order to improve her English. She met the man who would become her husband within two months of arriving and lucky for Done and Done, she stayed. After graduating from UConn with a degree in Design and Resource Management with minors in Psychology and French, she eventually settled in New Canaan where she raised her two children. After years of homemaking and extensive volunteer work (Red Cross, National Charity League, Girl Scouts and NC Garden Club) Lise’s friend, Macky Hennessy, suggested she reach out to Ann and Kate and bring her organizing talents to Done and Done. Lise did her training hours in record time and very quickly became an invaluable member of the team.
Macky Henesey was born and raised in Seal Beach, California. She grew up playing competitive tennis, swimming, running and was a recruited field hockey player at UC Davis. When the beaches beckoned she returned to southern California to graduate with a degree in Psychology from Cal State Long Beach. She then ventured east to begin a career in public relations and advertising in Washington, DC. She met her husband Mike there and they moved shortly thereafter to New Canaan, CT where they’ve lived and raised their three children over the last 25 years. Macky has organized her home, her three kids rooms (repeatedly!), countless dorm rooms and parts of many friend’s homes. Macky has volunteered extensively and her work has spanned from the New Canaan Garden Club to the Waveny Care Center to National Charity League. Professionally she’s taken on the reorganization of a filing system in a law firm’s Westchester County office. Having organized everything from lace to lawsuits there’s not much that intimidates this one!
We didn’t have to search far when we were looking for someone to start up our marketing department. Meg Koett comes to us by way of family; sister to Ann and aunt to Kate, her hire was a no-brainer. We needed someone who knew us well enough to represent our brand and who better than a woman who has literally been there since day one?
Meg is a graduate of Ripon College, but decided early on to work from home while raising her two children. The co-founder of Jam Custom Handbags, Meg learned how to work with clients, how to advertise a brand and how to sell products online. After a successful run of five years, Jam closed their doors and Meg was available to put her knowledge to work for Done & Done.
Favorite space: My favorite space in my home is my exercise room. It’s very small but it has a ton of natural light so I always feel better after spending some time in there working out and getting my thoughts together!
Emilie Barrientos is a born and bred New Yorker. With close ties to the Eastern end of Long Island, Emilie has an appreciation for both city and country living. With an early love for organizing in her closet-sized NYC bedroom, Emilie never tires of the satisfaction of decluttering one's life, both physically and metaphorically. Emilie received her Bachelor's degree from Connecticut College where she pursued her love of dance. This took her to lead the marketing department at Dance Magazine prior to joining the Done & Done Team. Though Emilie needs only one winter coat and one set of pans, she values the importance of those sentimental silk scarves from grandparents and those gosh darn hand written letters. Emilie lives in Manhattan with her husband and their dog Max, and is poised to continue to delve deeper into the power of human connection and building community.
With a background in event management and hospitality, Lauren recently transitioned from planning and executing corporate meetings and special events to professional home organization. Lauren uses her trademark skills of problem solving, creativity, and flexibility to help Done & Done clients. She excels at logistics and operations, and her attention to detail means that projects go smoothly from concept to completion.
Good at wearing multiple hats, Lauren is adept at responding quickly to changing circumstances, always maintaining an upbeat, can-do attitude. As the Client Experience Manager, she specializes in customer service that nurtures positive, productive relationships with both clients and suppliers.
With a degree in Art History, Lauren has also had the opportunity to work onsite at various cultural institutions including the Museum of Modern Art, the Gracie Mansion Conservancy, and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts (Pafa).
Lauren holds a bachelor’s degree from Lafayette College and a certificate in meeting planning from Temple University. Lauren, her husband and her two young daughters recently moved and she is excited to renovate, decorate and apply what she is learning at Done & Done to create a more organized home.
Meri was born and raised in New Jersey. After graduating from Lafayette College with a BA in English Literature, Meri began her career working in ad sales in New York City. She then ventured to the West Coast to explore all that San Francisco had to offer. Meri built her career in the Bay Area and spent over 12 years working for a large tech company in advertising sales, business operations, and client services, where she also met her husband Darby. After many years in San Francisco, they purchased their first home in Oakland which is when Meri realized her passion for home interiors and her desire to create functional and beautiful spaces. As their family grew, she tackled many remodels and design projects in their 1920’s East Bay home. When Meri and her husband decided to move back East to be closer to family, Meri de-cluttered, packed and staged their home which expedited the sale and increased the value. She is currently (and slowly) remodeling their NJ home one room at a time.
Meri has always enjoyed helping friends and family problem solve, organize and brainstorm ideas, and brings to Done & Done her expertise of project management, attention to detail and love of organization!
Our research team conducted an extensive analysis of move management companies from January 2024 to September 2025, reviewing 73 companies across the United States and evaluating their services, specializations, and client outcomes.
We selected the top 8 companies based on their comprehensive service offerings, senior moving expertise, geographic coverage, and demonstrated track record of successful relocations to present in our detailed comparison below.
This list breaks down how the top move management companies stack up across our key evaluation criteria. In our evaluation, we considered the following factors:
Service Comprehensiveness (20%) – Range of services from packing to organizing to unpacking
Geographic Coverage (15%) – Areas served and availability
Senior Specialization Score (15%) – Specific expertise in senior moves and downsizing
Organizational Expertise Focus (15%) – Professional organizer background vs. traditional movers
Customer Review Rating (10%) – Average review scores across platforms
Years in Business (10%) – Experience and established reputation
We rank-ordered companies based on this algorithm to identify the top performers. The table below shows the highest-scoring move management companies, with in-depth reviews following each ranking.
The Best Move Management Companies in 2025
In the table below, we break down the top move management companies based on our comprehensive evaluation criteria:
DDH stands apart in the move management industry through its unique background as professional home organizers who expanded into move management services. Founded by mother-daughter duo Ann Lightfoot and Kate Pawlowski in 2011, the company has built a reputation for transforming chaotic moves into seamlessly organized transitions. Their team of 12 professional organizers brings a distinctly different approach than traditional moving companies, focusing on the organizational systems that make unpacking and settling into a new home effortless.
What sets DDH apart is its comprehensive five-step process that begins with strategic decluttering and ends with complete home setup in the new location. Unlike traditional movers who simply transport boxes, DDH’s team meticulously organizes belongings during packing, ensuring everything arrives with a designated place in the new home. Their expertise in high-end homes throughout the Tri-State area, combined with their empathetic approach to emotionally challenging transitions, has earned them consistent five-star reviews and a multi-million dollar business built on referrals.
Location: New Jersey, New York, Connecticut
Year Founded: 2011
Price Range: $$$$
Average Review Score: 5.0/5.0
Services Offered: Decluttering, strategic packing, move coordination, unpacking, home organization
Summary of Online Reviews
Clients consistently praise DDH’s “exceptional attention to detail,” “stress-free experience,” and “transformation of overwhelming moves into smooth transitions.” However, some note that the premium pricing reflects their high-end market positioning.
Caring Transitions
Caring Transitions operates as the largest franchise network specializing in senior move management, with over 400 locations across 41 states. Each franchise owner must earn the Certified Relocation Transition Specialist (CRTS) designation, ensuring consistent quality standards across their national network. The company has served over 100,000 seniors since its founding, developing specialized expertise in the emotional and logistical challenges of later-life relocations.
The company’s strength lies in its systematic franchise model and comprehensive service offerings that extend beyond moving to include estate sales, online auctions, and complete home cleanouts. Their CTBids.com platform has generated over $1 million in household contents sales for clients, providing an additional revenue stream during transitions. While their franchise model ensures broad geographic coverage, some locations may vary in service quality and local market expertise compared to more specialized regional providers.
Reviews highlight Caring Transitions’ “professional staff,” “comprehensive services,” and “understanding of senior needs,” while some clients note “inconsistency between franchise locations” and occasional communication gaps during complex moves.
Moves For Seniors
Moves For Seniors positions itself as a national logistics provider specifically designed for senior relocations, operating since 2007 under parent company Transit Systems Inc. The company focuses on solving the unique challenges seniors face when relocating, particularly the coordination required for long-distance moves and transitions to senior living communities. Their operational model emphasizes partnerships with senior communities across multiple states, giving them insights into move-in requirements and best practices.
The company’s strength lies in its nationwide reach and specialized focus on senior demographics, including emergency relocation services for communities dealing with natural disasters or facility issues. Their approach combines traditional moving logistics with senior-specific considerations, such as patience, clear communication, and flexibility with timelines. Being primarily a logistics coordinator rather than a hands-on service provider, they may lack the detailed organizational expertise that companies with professional organizer backgrounds provide.
Clients appreciate Moves For Seniors’ “professional approach,” “understanding of senior needs,” and “reliable coordination,” though some reviews mention “less personal attention” compared to boutique providers and occasional delays in communication.
Moving Station
Moving Station has carved out a specialized niche by focusing on partnerships with senior living communities and new developments over its 24+ years in business. Rather than serving individual consumers directly, they primarily work as the preferred move management provider for senior communities, helping facilitate transitions for incoming residents. This unique business model has allowed them to assist over 100,000 clients while developing deep expertise in the specific requirements and timelines of senior community move-ins.
The company’s strength lies in its comprehensive approach that extends beyond moving to include real estate services, with over $4 billion in home sales through its specialized program for seniors. Their Personal Relocation Managers coordinate every aspect of the transition, from home valuations to final unpacking. However, their focus on senior communities may limit availability for individuals seeking direct consumer services, and their premium positioning may not suit all budget ranges.
Location: National (Community-Focused)
Year Founded: 2000
Price Range: $$$$
Average Review Score: 4.6/5.0
Services Offered: Community relocations, home sales, downsizing, packing, and real estate consulting
Summary of Online Reviews
Reviews emphasize Moving Station’s “seamless community transitions,” “professional coordination,” and “comprehensive approach,” while some note their “premium pricing” and limited availability for direct consumer services outside community partnerships.
Journey Senior Move Managers
Journey Senior Move Managers operates as a regional provider with NASMM (National Association of Senior Move Managers) certification, emphasizing personalized service and empathetic support for seniors and their families. Founded with the principle that moving shouldn’t be overwhelming, they offer comprehensive services from initial planning through final home setup. Their team focuses on the emotional aspects of moving, particularly for seniors leaving longtime family homes.
The company distinguishes itself through detailed consultation processes and flexible service packages that can be customized to individual needs and budgets. Their approach emphasizes collaboration with families and clear communication throughout the process. While their regional focus allows for more personalized attention, their limited geographic coverage may not serve clients in all markets, and their smaller scale may mean less availability during peak moving seasons.
Clients consistently praise Journey’s “compassionate approach,” “detailed planning,” and “stress-free experience,” though some mention “limited availability” during busy seasons and higher costs compared to traditional moving companies.
Olympia Moving & Storage
Olympia Moving & Storage represents the traditional moving company model enhanced with specialized senior services, operating for over 30 years as a Wheaton World Wide Moving agent. They’ve earned Silver Certification for senior moving services, demonstrating their commitment to understanding the unique needs of older adults during relocations. Their approach combines the infrastructure and reliability of an established moving company with specialized training for senior-focused service.
The company’s strength lies in its comprehensive moving capabilities, from local residential moves to international relocations, supported by decades of experience and industry certifications. Their partnership with Senior Move Managers and specialized training programs shows recognition of the growing senior market.
As primarily a traditional moving company, they may lack the detailed organizational and decluttering expertise that specialized move management companies provide, focusing more on transportation than comprehensive transition support.
Location: Multi-State (Southeast Focus)
Year Founded: 1992
Price Range: $$-$$$
Average Review Score: 4.3/5.0
Services Offered: Local and long-distance moving, packing, storage, and senior-focused services
Summary of Online Reviews
Reviews highlight Olympia’s “reliable service,” “experienced crews,” and “reasonable pricing,” while some clients note “less specialized attention” to senior-specific needs and occasional communication issues during complex moves.
Solomon & Sons
Solomon & Sons operates as an independent, family-owned moving company based in South Florida, specializing in high-end residential moves with particular expertise in luxury homes and valuable collections. Their approach emphasizes white-glove service and careful handling of precious belongings, making them popular among affluent seniors relocating within or to Florida. The company maintains BBB accreditation and American Trucking Association membership, demonstrating its commitment to industry standards.
Their strength lies in their specialized handling of luxury items, art, and antiques, combined with personalized service that comes from being family-owned rather than corporate-managed. Their focus on the Florida market allows for deep local expertise and established relationships with luxury communities and service providers. Their geographic limitation to primarily Florida markets and a premium pricing structure may limit accessibility for seniors with more modest budgets or those relocating outside their service area.
Location: South Florida
Year Founded: 1998
Price Range: $$$$-$$$$$
Average Review Score: 4.7/5.0
Services Offered: Luxury moving, packing, storage, white-glove service, art handling
Summary of Online Reviews
Clients praise Solomon & Sons’ “exceptional care,” “luxury service standards,” and “professional handling of valuable items,” though some mention “premium pricing” and limited geographic coverage outside South Florida.
Bekins Van Lines
Bekins Van Lines brings 130+ years of moving industry experience to the senior market through their established network of agents and specialized senior moving programs. As one of the oldest moving companies in America, they offer the infrastructure and reliability that comes with scale, including comprehensive insurance options and regulated interstate moving services. Their senior-focused initiatives recognize the growing demographic shift and specific needs of older adults during relocations.
The company’s primary strength lies in its nationwide reach, established systems, and regulatory compliance for long-distance moves, particularly beneficial for seniors relocating across state lines to be closer to family or warmer climates. Their agent network provides local expertise while maintaining corporate standards and oversight. As a large traditional carrier, they may lack the personalized touch and specialized organizational services that boutique move management companies provide, focusing more on efficient transportation than comprehensive transition support.
Location: Nationwide
Year Founded: 1891
Price Range: $$-$$$
Average Review Score: 4.2/5.0
Services Offered: Long-distance moving, packing, storage, senior programs, international moves
Summary of Online Reviews
Reviews note Bekins’ “reliable long-distance service,” “established reputation,” and “comprehensive coverage,” while some clients report “inconsistent local service quality” and less personalized attention compared to specialized senior move managers.
The Top Move Management Companies by Specialization
We also broke down the top companies into three subcategories based on their primary strengths and specializations:
Best for Senior-Focused Relocations
Caring Transitions
Moves For Seniors
Journey Senior Move Managers
DDH (Done & Done Home)
Moving Station
Best for Complete Home Organization & Decluttering
