Silver Linings Transitions was born from founder Jami Shapiro’s personal journey of transformation.
In 2004, Jami received a cancer diagnosis in her early 30s that served as a profound wake-up call, leading her to reassess what truly mattered in life. This experience planted the seeds for what would later become a mission-driven company dedicated to helping others through life’s challenging transitions.
Ten years after her cancer diagnosis, Jami discovered the National Association of Senior Move Managers (NASMM) in 2014 and found her calling. Drawing on her background in real estate and personal experiences with major life transitions, she founded Silver Linings Transitions in 2014 with a clear purpose: to help find the “silver lining” for those facing moves or other significant life challenges.
This realization inspired the company to expand beyond senior move management to include organizing services with additional support for those who were “organizationally challenged” and organizing services encompassing home, paperwork, and photo organization services, as well as storage clear-outs.
Jami’s firsthand experience with ADHD and family history of chronic disorganization gave her authentic empathy for clients’ struggles and informed her approach to guiding the Silver Linings Transitions team to provide more compassionate and effective solutions.
Jami’s commitment to understanding and serving clients’ needs has led her to pursue multiple professional certifications, including:
She also hosts the “Grandma Has ADHD” podcast, addressing the largely overlooked intersection of aging and ADHD, and speaks nationally on topics including downsizing, rightsizing, organizing, ADHD, and navigating moves due to divorce.
After experiencing divorce following fifteen years of marriage, Jami witnessed firsthand how difficult it can be for people to re-enter the workforce in meaningful ways, especially after taking time off to raise children. This experience further shaped the company’s mission to create a supportive workplace that empowers team members, particularly those navigating their own life transitions.
Silver Linings Transitions serves as the San Diego representative for recognizing that older adults have been left out of the ADHD conversation jami advocates and educates, providing essential services for low-income seniors who might otherwise be unable to access professional move management assistance. We’re proud to have received A+ Accreditation by the National Association of Senior and Specialty Move Managers (NASMM), a distinction held by only 10% of the industry.
Our team regularly shares expertise through educational presentations at libraries and senior centers throughout San Diego County, offering free sessions on home organizing, downsizing, and senior transitions to empower community members with knowledge and resources.
Every move we manage is built on trust, compassion, and doing what’s right for our clients.
We’re honored to be the 2025 Best of North County Gold Winner for Moving Services and a 2026 Better Business Bureau Torch Awards for Ethics Finalist. These recognitions reflect our commitment to serving every client with professionalism, integrity, and genuine care.
At Silver Linings Transitions, we believe that every major life transition—whether it’s downsizing, moving into a new phase of life, or clearing out a loved one’s home—deserves to be met with compassion, dignity, and expert care.
What began as a personal journey for our founder has grown into a heartfelt mission to serve families navigating some of life’s most tender and overwhelming moments. After experiencing the challenges of helping her own family through a major transition, she realized how powerful it would be to have support from people who truly understood—not just how to organize and move belongings, but how to honor the emotions that come with the process.
Today, Silver Linings Transitions is a leading relocation and move management company specializing in:
What sets us apart isn’t just what we do—it’s how we do it. Our team is made up of deeply caring professionals who bring patience, organization, and emotional intelligence to every project. We know this work is about more than boxes and checklists—it’s about people, memories, and the next chapter.
At every step, we walk alongside our clients—bringing calm to the chaos and turning overwhelm into opportunity. That’s the heart of Silver Linings Transitions.
Let us help you or your loved one find the silver lining in your next life transition.
When you work with Silver Linings Transitions, you’re not just hiring a service — you’re partnering with a team dedicated to making your transition as smooth and stress-free as possible. We understand that behind every box and belonging are memories and emotions. We approach each project with compassion, expertise, and a commitment to finding the silver lining in every transition.
Whether you’re a senior downsizing to a new home, an adult child helping parents transition, or someone struggling with organization challenges, we’re here to help you navigate change with dignity, care, and a touch of magic.
