Getting organized and staying organized are ongoing goals for many of us. We understand that by creating systems that will create balance and harmony in our surroundings, we will find more time to focus on the things that are the most important to us. But with the overwhelming amount of “stuff” that fills our homes and activities that fill our days, the question is, “Where to begin?”

As a professional organizer, I will help you achieve your goals. I will work with you to customize a plan that will best fit your needs. Organizing is a skill that can be learned and is much easier to maintain when well-designed systems are in place.

Living an organized life will save you time and money while lowering your stress level and allowing you to focus on what matters most to you.

About Me

Having spent many years in the corporate world and traveling extensively both domestically and internationally, I know the importance of organization at home, at work or while traveling. Being organized has allowed me to experience success while focusing on the joy of living in the moment. My organizational, planning and project management skills were cultivated in my 12+ years working in resort operations and marketing for the Walt Disney Company in both Orlando , Florida and Paris, France. I have also used organizational resources and systems in my travels, including an 8-month backpacking trip around the world.

Many of the organizing systems and techniques I use with my clients are ones I use personally, others I have learned in training courses offered through well-known national organizations (see below). I am motivated by the sense of pride and relief I see when my clients achieve their goals, freeing themselves from clutter and frustration and creating the life and surroundings they had always envisioned for themselves.

Memberships:
· National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO)
· NAPO - New England
· National Study Group on Chronic Disorganization (NSGCD)

Services and Rates

Residential Organizing
$50 per hour, three hour minimum
Closets, kitchens, bedrooms, playrooms, basements, garages, photographs (traditional and digital).

Travel Planning
$30 per hour, two hour minimum
Research, advice and detailed itinerary planning for domestic or international travel. Travel tips and packing guidance. Specializing in trips to Disney, Europe, Asia and Australia.

Seminars and Appearances

Homefront
Cape Cod Media Communications
Local Cable Channel 17
Monday January 7th at 9:30am, Tuesday January 8th at 7:30pm
Tune in to this 30-minute local television show, similar to “The View,” as we discuss tips for getting organized in the new year.

“Organizing Tips for Seniors”
Whether you are a senior or a caregiver, this presentation was designed with you in mind. Topics covered include: Weeding Out Junk Mail and Downsizing and Passing Along Family Treasures. Learn how to handle unsolicited requests for donations, the tricks of space planning and creative ways to share family treasures. Each attendee will learn practical tips and will receive a Resource List. This seminar is offered free of charge as part of the National Association of Professional Organizers celebration of January as "Get Organized Month."

Friday, January 11, 2008
9:30am - 11:00am
Atria Woodbriar
339 Gifford Street
Falmouth, MA
Presented in conjunction with Alzheimer’s Services of Cape Cod
Open to the public

Friday, January 11, 2008
2:00pm – 3:00pm
Thirwood Place
South Yarmouth
Open to Thirwood residents and caregivers only

Friday January 25, 2008
9:30am - 11:00am
HarborPoint at Centerville
22 Richardson Road
Centerville, MA
Presented in conjunction with Alzheimer’s Services of Cape Cod
Open to the public

Friday January 25, 2008
2:30pm - 4:00pm
EPOCH Assisted Living of Brewster Place
8 55 Harwich Road
Brewster, MA
Presented in conjunction with Alzheimer’s Services of Cape Cod
Open to the public

Coming Soon:

“Be a Savvy Traveler”
Tips to organize your upcoming trips including destination research, airport or road trip preparation and packing tips.

“Organizing Tips for Families”
Tips to get you and your whole family organized including ideas for playrooms, family rooms, children’s bedrooms and practical tips to make each day run more smoothly.

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