Betty and her husband, Jason, contacted Sara Jane Organizing about six months after moving into their new home in Richmond, Virginia. They were feeling overwhelmed because they had moved a lot of stuff and didn’t have room for everything. Additionally, Betty was recovering from an arm injury and had back problems, making it difficult for her to lift and move items. Meanwhile, Jason used a cane to walk and couldn’t do much heavy lifting either. Given their age, both in their early 70s, they knew they needed help to declutter and organize their home. Sara was eager to assist them.
Two bedrooms on the second floor were filled with packed boxes. Betty wanted to set up the bedrooms for her grandchildren for when they visit. One room would be a bedroom/play/craft room for watching movies, playing games, and doing crafts. However, everything needed to be unpacked, and items needed to be sorted. Betty wasn’t sure what was inside each box and she didn’t trust the movers did a good job packing items.
Downsizing and Getting Organized
Sara and her team sorted everything out. They organized decor, memorabilia, craft supplies, paperwork, artwork, linens, jewelry, and more. This made it easier for Betty to make decisions and downsize quickly. Sara’s team also identified sentimental items and set those aside so Betty wouldn’t get derailed by looking at old photos. The decision-making process was made easy for Betty because she didn’t have to lift or move anything; the team did it for her. As Betty decided to let go of items, they were packed into a truck to be donated.
Floor Plan and Furniture Assembly
Furniture was moved into place as soon as there was room. Betty knew exactly how she wanted things to look, and Sara’s team placed the furniture items exactly as Betty wanted. Some furniture needed to be assembled, so Sara’s team put the furniture together for Betty.
Additional Storage Solutions
Betty required additional storage, so Sara offered some suggestions. Now that Sara and her team knew the types of items Betty owned and the amount she needed to store, it was easy to identify the best storage solutions for her. Sara recommended a local custom closet company called Inspired Closets. Betty scheduled an appointment, and they worked together to create an excellent custom storage solution for Betty’s garage.
At the end, Betty and Jason were elated. It took roughly two months to downsize Betty and Jason. We conducted half-day or full-day sessions based on Betty’s schedule and team availability. Betty and Jason are very happy with the results and have nothing but kind words to say about Sara Jane Organizing.
If you need assistance with downsizing before or after your move, contact Sara Jane Organizing. We can help alleviate the stress of moving too many belongings or living among boxes. You can set up a free phone consultation here or call 804-625-4411.
