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"I felt all along that you respected my history and memories,
but also kept me focused on the task and the goals ahead. I know
it wasn't easy. Thank you so much for all your support through this
trying time."
G.B. retiree, downsizing |
TOP 10 TIPS:
- Break
a task down into smaller components. A whole kitchen can be overwhelming.
Just look at a drawer first.
- Make
it a habit to get rid of anything that’s broken or hasn’t been
used for two years.
- Keep
similar items in the same place.
- One
of the simplest strategies for organizing? Label box, containers
and files with the content and date.
- A
monthly calendar helps schedule tasks according to the day, the
week, the month, the season. Remember: routine becomes habit!
- You
can keep track of everybody’s schedule in the family with a centralized
calendar in the kitchen.
- Keep
a permanent ‘DONATE’ box in your house and empty it regularly.
- Hang
a wipe-off board on the fridge for the family’s ‘TO DO ‘ list and
for grocery shopping.
- Organize
clothing by seasons. Then keep the current season’s clothing close
at hand. Store the rest on separate shelves, in containers or in
other closets.
- Using
separate binders with subject dividers will make household papers,
finances and personal projects accessible and easy to manage
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