Guiding Seniors Through What Comes Next
Next Chapter Home Services helps seniors and their families seamlessly transition from their current home into the next phase of life — with clarity, compassion, and expert guidance.
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Our Mission
Clarity, Dignity, Confidence
We guide seniors and their families through one of life's biggest transitions. We specialize in helping older adults downsize, sell their current home, and transition into the next phase — whether that's a smaller home, senior living community, or generational housing with family.
Our role is not to push decisions, but to simplify them.
The Problem: A Fragmented Journey
Senior Living Facilities
Solve where to go
Estate Planners
Solve legal questions
Movers
Solve logistics
"Where do we even start?"
No one coordinates the full journey. This gap creates stress, delays, rushed decisions, family conflict, and poor outcomes.
Our Solution: Central Guidance
01
Understand Housing Options
Help seniors explore what's available and right for them
02
Plan Downsizing
Create intentional, early preparation strategies
03
Connect with Vendors
Provide vetted, senior-friendly service partners
04
Manage Home Sale
Handle the current property transaction smoothly
05
Align Timing
Coordinate sale and next living arrangement seamlessly
Who We Serve
Primary Clients
  • Seniors aged 55+ considering downsizing
  • Seniors preparing for independent or assisted living
  • Seniors moving into generational housing
Secondary Clients
  • Adult children helping parents transition
  • Executors and trustees
  • Family decision-makers
Community Partners
  • Senior community centers
  • Senior living facilities
  • Estate planners and attorneys
  • Care coordinators
Comprehensive Services
1
Transition Planning
  • Housing options review
  • Timing and sequencing guidance
  • Family coordination and education
  • No-pressure consultations
2
Downsizing & Home Prep
  • Decluttering guidance
  • Estate sale coordination
  • Donation and clean-out planning
  • Safety recommendations
3
Vendor Coordination
  • Estate sales
  • Clean-outs and junk removal
  • Movers
  • Handymen and contractors
  • Legal referrals
4
Real Estate Services
  • Strategic pricing and listing
  • Senior-sensitive showing plans
  • Clear family communication
  • Smooth, aligned closings
Every Path Is Unique
We guide seniors into the option that fits their life. Our role is guidance — not judgment.
Smaller Home
Single-level ranch or condo for independent living
Active Adult Communities
55+ communities with amenities and social connection
Senior Living
Independent or assisted living facilities with support
Memory Care
Specialized care when appropriate for cognitive needs
Generational Housing
Moving in with family for multi-generational living
Community Partnerships
Senior Community Centers
  • Educational workshops
  • Transition guides and resources
  • Family-focused seminars
  • Early planning before urgency
Senior Living Facilities
  • Pre-move transition support
  • Home sale coordination
  • Reduced delays in move-ins
  • Trusted referral relationship
Benefits for Facility Partners
Faster Transitions
Streamlined process reduces waiting time
Reduced Family Stress
Coordinated support eases anxiety
Higher Trust
Professional guidance builds confidence in intake
What Makes Us Different
Exclusive Specialization
We focus solely on senior transitions, not general real estate
Education First
We lead with guidance and information, not sales pressure
Full Journey Coordination
We manage every step from planning to closing
Emotional & Logical Support
We support families both practically and compassionately
Local Expertise
Deeply embedded in Metro Detroit communities
Credentialed Leadership
SRES® certified and backed by Max Broock Realtors

This is not traditional real estate. This is transition management.
Meet Eric Martin
Veteran | SRES® | Realtor
Eric Martin leads Next Chapter Home Services with deep personal connection to senior care. As a veteran and Senior Real Estate Specialist backed by Max Broock Realtors in Birmingham, he brings both professional expertise and genuine empathy to every transition.
"I was raised by my mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. The lessons they taught me guide how I work with seniors today — patiently, respectfully, and with empathy."
Our Core Values
Compassion
Clarity
Trust
Patience
Dignity
Guidance
These values shape every interaction, decision, and service we provide. They're not just words — they're commitments to the families we serve.
The Journey: Home to Next Chapter
1
Current Home
Where you are today — familiar but no longer fitting your needs
2
Planning Phase
Understanding options, coordinating resources, preparing emotionally and practically
3
Transition
Downsizing, selling, moving — all coordinated seamlessly
4
Next Chapter
Your new home and lifestyle — right-sized and ready for what's ahead
Our Vision
Metro Detroit's Go-To Resource
The trusted name for senior transitions throughout the region
Preferred Referral Partner
The first call for facilities, attorneys, and care professionals
Replicable Model
A proven system that can serve other markets nationwide
Respected Brand
A name synonymous with trust, compassion, and excellence
This is a business that compounds. Every successful transition builds trust, generates referrals, and strengthens our community relationships.
Ready to Begin Your Next Chapter?
Let's Start the Conversation
Whether you're planning ahead or facing an immediate transition, we're here to help. No pressure, no sales pitch — just honest guidance and expert support for your unique journey.
Contact Next Chapter Home Services today to schedule your complimentary consultation.
Next Chapter Home Services | Led by Eric Martin, SRES® | Backed by Max Broock Realtors | Serving Metro Detroit Seniors and Families