Entries by Ellen

More than paper management

Paper is an overwhelming source of frustration and emotion! There are so many levels of this that I see with my clients. Being overwhelmed with the tsunami of paper.   You don’t know what to keep and how long to keep it.  You need a list as a resource.  http://www.oprah.com/home/The-ABCs-of-Important-Papers.  This online resource will get you […]

Clutter Support Groups Fall 2010

This fall I am excited to host 2 clutter support groups to help people define, establish and maintain an uncluttered life  The Clutter Support Group supports members in Clarifying their organizing and lifestyle goals Transition their space and paper from disorganized to more organized Discussing systems that will facilitate organization for them Discussing routines that […]

Working with Hoarding Clients

    Hoarders have become a national fascination!  Not only we do all know families struggling with this challenge, we know how tragic these situations are with respect to finances, emotions, safety and sometimes legal aspects. Work with a hoarding situation begins with the client. Who is the client? It is the hoarder, even though  […]

Fall Classes 2010

Fall means back to school! The sunny days of summer are over and fall is a great time to tackle those home projects.    Join me in learning more about organizing strategies at these upcoming events!  Fall Refresh on September 14 Fall Refresh is an engaging afternoon program about organizing and interior design.  Certified Professional Organizer Ellen Delap […]

Last minute school organizing

It’s the last weekend before school, your back packs are packed, complete with pencils and paper.  Your kids’ new school outfits are laid out and ready for the first day.  You have lunch bags set on the counter, ready to fill.    So what is left to prepare or organize for the new school year?   Being organized means you […]