Whether you’re downsizing your current home or looking for a safe place to keep seasonal belongings, renting a storage unit is a great option for seniors. When placing items in the unit, you must take the proper steps to ensure an optimal experience. The following tips will help you keep yourself and your belongings safe. 

What Should Seniors Know When Using a Storage Unit?

 1. Keep Boxes Light

Even if you have help packing up and moving your boxes to the storage facility on the first trip, assistance might not always be available when you need it. Make sure that you can safely and easily move containers around when retrieving an item or transporting new belongings into the unit. Pack multiple lighter boxes instead of loading up a single large box that could end up being too heavy to carry. 

2. Don’t Stack Containers Overhead

When items are stacked too high overhead, there’s a risk they may fall when you try to take them down. You can also suffer a sprain or strain if you have to grab something that's out of reach. 

If you need more room to pack your belongings safely, consider renting a larger unit. That way, items will be spread out so they can be conveniently accessed when the time comes. 

3. Maintain a Clear Path

Tripping hazards are particularly harmful to seniors, especially if they experience diminished vision or mobility issues that require an assistive walking device. When arranging boxes in the unit, create a clear, uncluttered pathway from the front to the back. If you’re storing a lot of belongings, create multiple paths on either side for easy access. 

Mary's Mini Warehouse offers secure, convenient storage to residents of Pell City, AL. This facility features units in a wide range of sizes so you can choose the best option for your needs. They also have drive-up units available to make dropping off and picking up your belongings as convenient as possible. You can also look forward to reasonable rates, climate-controlled spaces, and a gated facility for extra protection. Visit them online for more information on their services, or call (205) 884-4061 to reserve a storage unit.