What To Do When a Seniors Space Becomes a Hazard
Fitting Items into a New Space When seniors move into a senior community, they often have to significantly downsize to accommodate the size restrictions of their new space. That exercise can be very freeing and can ease the transition to their new home; however, old habits can die hard or [...]
Three Steps to Moving
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. Do I love it or need it? Consider your space and purge enough so that all your items have a place [...]
The Stack Method
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 [...]
The Challenge of Tax Receipts
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 [...]
Consider the Hidden Spaces
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. [...]
The Benefits of Vertical Organizing
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 [...]
Is Clutter Robbing You of the Life You Deserve?
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 Power of Intention
Are you in need of a new beginning? The New Year resolutions have faded into the holiday glow, and now is a great time to renew and refresh your home, your space, your life. The best way to begin anew is to plan with intention. According to Deepak Chopra, M.D. [...]
How to Organize with ADHD
For those who have ADHD and struggle to get organized, it does not have to be an impossible feat. We will outline some tips and recommendations so you can create a strategy for regaining focus and motivation in your daily life. Let’s put one myth to rest. Being organized is [...]
How to Declutter and Organize Any Space
Often, people hire organizers because they feel their lives are out of control or they are unable to get organized on their own. The struggles can range from having too much stuff to a lack of skills or even situational disorganization. Often the weight of too many possessions can wear us down. [...]