The Keelers: A Seamless Move to Edgehill
A Life of Comfort and Connection in the Community They Have Called Home for Decades
Paul and Nancy Keeler moved to Greenwich, where Paul grew up, in 1969, raising their daughter Quinn in the close-knit community. “This town has always been home for us,” says Quinn. “It is where our lives have unfolded, where our traditions live and where we are happiest staying connected.” Now raising two daughters here with her husband, Quinn wanted her parents to enjoy that same comfort and sense of belonging as their needs changed.
When the House No Longer Fits
Like many older adults, Paul and Nancy downsized from the house they lived in for 37 years near Belle Haven Club. They could commute back and forth in a golf cart, but in 2018, they decided to move into a gated community, where they lived for six years. After Paul—a proud Marine veteran—suffered a fall requiring hip surgery, their home’s layout became challenging. “They could have found another house,” Quinn explains, “But we knew they did not want to keep moving.”
Quinn helped her mother find a continuing care retirement community (CCRC), choosing Edgehill for its convenience, beautiful setting and vibrant social life. With friends already living at Edgehill and new neighbors moving in all the time, the transition felt natural. As Belle Haven Club members for almost 50 years, the Keelers enjoy the social scene, dining and celebrating milestone celebrations such as Paul’s 80th birthday. They looked forward to staying closely connected to Greenwich life in their new home.
A Seamless Move
To ease the transition, the Keelers enlisted The Settler Home, a professional relocation and organization service. The team photographed and cataloged every item,
using a color-coded system—green for items moving to the new home, yellow for storage and red for items to sell or donate. They arranged for buyers, auction houses and even donations to local thrift shops. Paul notes, “They help move you and even make your bed.” The Keelers called the team “heaven on earth.”
Edgehill’s Move-In Coordinator, Trisha Kennedy, also made the process remarkably smooth. “She was fabulous,” says Paul. “Our furniture was not here yet, and they allowed us to borrow what we needed. She is organized and takes care of everything.” Paul emphasizes the peace of mind that comes with the move: “Moving to Edgehill takes an enormous amount of responsibility off the next generation’s shoulders. I know my daughter does not have to worry about us here.”
Their new Edgehill home, a spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom Hickory floor plan on the ground level, allows Paul and Nancy easy access to green space and a dog park for their rescue pup, Savannah, who enjoys Yappy Hour outings with Nancy.
Purpose, People and Peace of Mind
Life at Edgehill offers Paul and Nancy the best of both worlds—independence and support. Paul continues physical therapy in Edgehill’s Rehabilitation neighborhood, gathers with friends and enjoys clay and skeet shooting. Nancy plays bridge three times a week and has earned master points, awarded for success in competitive bridge tournaments. Together, they dine out, spend winters in Vero Beach and celebrate holidays with family.
Quinn says her greatest peace of mind is knowing her parents live in a community where support is available should they need it. “They are not just living well today; they are set up for whatever tomorrow brings.” Her advice to others? “Choose continuity over disruption. Find a place that preserves the life they love, close to the people who love them.”