If you're like the average person, clutter and disorganization stress you out. But, like most people, the idea of tackling the clutter overwhelms you because you don’t know where to start.

I get it! I’ve been there. It is overwhelming, especially when you’re looking at decades of treasured possessions.

Let's face it. Clutter has a sneaky way of creeping in. It may start with yesterday’s mail on the kitchen table, a plate in the sink, a box of memories, or a closet with clothing you no longer wear.

You may not even initially notice the clutter. But then all of a sudden, one day, when you're thinking about a move or visiting your parents, you realize just how much "stuff" has accumulated.

Just a year ago, our family decided to declutter my parent’s house while they were still around to have a say in where their belongings went. My parents grew up during the Depression and saved every box, plastic container, or bag, which is pretty typical of this era. It was a process to go through everything they owned to help them downsize someday.

It was a good thing we were proactive. Due to health and safety reasons, they are now moving to a patio home. And while there is still much to gift, donate, or sell, it will be a much easier process because we have no clutter or garbage to toss during the move.

While organizing my parent’s paperwork, I realized some critical items were missing. They didn’t have a healthcare directive or estate plan. Organizing their paperwork and the items in their home has alleviated the stress of their future move and helped our family get those items taken care of.

I couldn’t imagine trying to tackle this while also dealing with a sick parent. Once you get to that point, you really want to spend your time creating memories with your loved one.

That’s why it’s so important to get organized now – BEFORE you are faced with moving.

For many people, especially seniors, the hardest part of the organizing process is letting go. Everything in your home has meaning. Working with a professional organizer can help take the pressure and emotion out of what to keep, sell, or donate.

Organizing doesn’t have to be stressful.

At Smart Organizing Solutions (SOS), we take a compassionate and caring approach to help your family sort and organize. Whether you're looking at downsizing, moving, or just want to live a less cluttered life, we can help – and we love to hear all the fantastic memories in the process.

We will work together to develop a plan on how to organize your surroundings to create a more inviting atmosphere that you will enjoy living in.

Working with a professional organizer takes away the stress of doing it on your own. We’ll be here with you throughout the whole process. At SOS, we also help you sell your items to ease the process of letting go.

Still not sure if a professional organizer is for you? Schedule a free consultation and ask me all the questions you have. I’d love to visit with you! Call today at 320-248-6694, or visit www.sosmn.net.