“How long is this going to take?” It’s one of the first questions families ask and the honest answer is: Longer than you think… but smoother than you expect with the right help. A senior move isn’t just about moving belongings from one place to another. It’s a multi-step process that involves decisions, coordination, and…

If you’ve ever helped a parent sort through a lifetime of belongings, you already know this isn’t just about “stuff.” It’s about memories, identity and control. And often, a major life transition brought on by health changes, loss, or safety concerns. For adult children, the instinct is to jump in and “get it done.” For…

From the outside, a senior move can look deceptively simple. Pack a few boxes. Hire movers. Set up the new apartment. But families quickly discover it’s so much more than that. At Your Tasks Our Time, we often meet clients at the moment they realize they’re in over their heads. What they thought would take…

Moving long-distance can be a daunting prospect, especially for seniors who may have lived in their current home for many years. Whether you’re relocating to be closer to family, seeking a change of scenery, or downsizing for retirement, careful planning and consideration can make the transition smoother and less stressful. Planning Ahead: Downsizing and Decluttering:…

One of the first questions we ask clients is if they want just function OR function and beauty in their newly organized space? Lots of people are only looking for function in their space. They just want it to work and don’t care if all their baskets match or if their bins are clear. Their…

When seniors move into a senior community, they often have to significantly downsize to accommodate the size restrictions of their new space.

Step One:  Downsize Now is the time to be selective. Plan to bring only the items you want and need for comfort and daily use in your new space. Step Two:  Pack                Packing Paper vs Bubble Wrap                Packing Boxes vs Plastic Tubs Packing boxes: Plastic tubs:                Best Labeling Practices: Step Three:  Unpack…

I like to use the STACK method for our clients because it’s simple, easy to follow and it works on almost any organizing project. S – Sort: The first step is to sort your items into categories.  You’ll want to put like items with like items, (paints with paints, pencils with pencils, etc.).  This will…

The Challenge of Tax Receipts One of the most confusing parts of getting ready for tax time is knowing what documents you need to prepare your taxes.  Basically the documents break down into three categories.  Income statements, deductions and receipts. The Challenge of Receipts Receipts are the most challenging documents to store and organize. This…

Clients often ask where they should start to declutter their space. Many people want to start in the middle of the room instead of the closets, cabinets or drawers. Clutter in the middle of the room is often a symptom of what’s happening in the enclosed spaces of a room.  When there is no place…

The Benefits of Vertical Organizing You might ask, what is vertical organizing? It’s an organizing method that stands everything up so it’s easy to access and put away. Marie Kondo made this technique very popular; however, the method pre-dates Marie and can be used far beyond clothing. The trick is often in containerizing the items…

I am talking about the clutter of mind, body and living space.  We all go through multiple transitions in life, such as marriage, children, career, illness, divorce and death of a loved one. These transitions can lead to or escalate disorganization in our lives and a loss of control. What is the Cost of Clutter? Clutter…