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# Conquer The Clutter

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## Posts

- [The KonMari Method, again](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/the-konmari-method-again/) - The KonMari Method has grown in popularity in recent years, but it isn't a good match for everyone.
- [The KonMari Method](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/the-konmari-method/) - The current fad in self help cleaning and decluttering. What is it and will it help me?
- [Making Better Resolutions](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/making_better_resolutions/) - The key to keeping your Self Improvement Resolutions
- [Making room for the holidays](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/making-room-for-the-holidays/) - 'Tis the season to give and receive. Where are you going to put it all?
- [Make Room for Memories](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/make-room-for-memories/) - Make this holiday season a safe space to make new, happy memories and preserve them.
- [Don’t Let The Bedbugs Bite](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/dont-let-the-bedbugs-bite/) - Bedbugs: they're back and they're coming for you. How to know they're there and what to do next.
- [DIY vs hiring a Professional Organizer](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/diy-vs-hiring-a-professional-organizer/) - Hiring a professional can be costly. Can you downsize and organize yourself? Should you?
- [Home Fires Burning](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/home-fires-burning/) - Home fires are dangerous for both residents and firefighters. Excessive clutter and hoarding make them worse. Public officials need training and resources.
- [Keeping up with Scammers](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/keeping-up-with-scammers/) - Fraud changes with the technology that's available as well as the time of year and the headlines.
- [After the Splurge, Purge](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/after-the-splurge-purge/) - Suggestions to reduce holiday waste and make cleanup easier
- [Difficult Conversations](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/difficult-conversations/) - New Year's resolutions are all about self-improvement. The best resolution is to get your financial, medical and legal paperwork in order for your family.
- [Driving Safely this Holiday Season](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/driving-safely-this-holiday-season/) - Tips to make holiday driving a better experience.
- [Back to School](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/back-to-school/) - Shopping and Organizing for Students
- [Retirement isn't the end](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/retirement-isnt-the-end/) - Past and present stories of post retirement seniors who had successful second careers.
- [Bathroom Organization Rules](http://conquertheclutter.org/articles/bathroom-organization-rules/) - Keeping your bathroom functional and attractive doesn't have to be a constant battle. Here are some tips on how to get and keep things under control.
- [The Next Step - Yard Sale Quick Tips](http://conquertheclutter.org/articles/the-next-step-yard-sale-quick-tips/) - Few people enjoy running a yard sale. Here are some tips to make it easier.
- [The Paperwork Nightmare](http://conquertheclutter.org/articles/the-paperwork-nightmare/) - Some tips on dealing with the growing piles of paper in your home and why you should bother.
- [Preparing for the Holidays](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/preparing-for-the-holidays/) - Some things you can do to make the holidays go a little smoother this year.
- [Scamming the Elderly](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/scamming-the-elderly/) - April brings out the worst in some people and the elderly are often their targets. Here are some things to look out for.
- [A Zero Inbox](http://conquertheclutter.org/articles/a-zero-inbox/) - The benefits of maintaining an empty email inbox, and helpful hints on how to get there
- [Spring Cleaning](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/spring-cleaning/) - Learning reorganization techniques from Anna Kendrick
- [Deal differently with your stuff](http://conquertheclutter.org/articles/deal-differently-with-your-stuff/) - How Peggy fixed her clutter problem, and why.
- [Hoarding versus Collecting](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/hoarding-versus-collecting/) - Adam Savage versus Jay Leno, who is the hoarder?
- [Getting Organized in the New Year](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/getting-organized-in-the-new-year/) - New Year's Resolutions and the DIY Self Improver.
- [Clutter and Hoarding Basics](http://conquertheclutter.org/articles/clutter-and-hoarding-basics/) - People with clutter often call themselves hoarders even though they aren’t. Less than 1% of people are hoarders – about 3 million nationwide. Possibly another 30% of people are clutterers – approximately 102.8 million nationwide. Clutter and hoarding can be “situational” or “chronic”. Situational means that circumstances control the situation, while chronic means that it
- [The importance of cars](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/the-importance-of-cars/) - Since the dawn of time transportation has always been important. In recent decades personal transportation has become more prevalent and more important. There are many people who rely on public transportation, and in crowded cities with limited parking taxis are very popular. But for those in the suburbs and small towns having your own car
- [Fire in Hoarder's home on Easter](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/fire-in-hoarders-home-on-easter/) - Sadly, this was no April Fool joke. The news from Easter Sunday was that a woman died in her home in Cheverly, MD. She was in her 50’s or 60’s and was found at the bottom of her stairs. The home was hoarded and did not have a working smoke detector. The clutter made it
- [2013 New Year's Resolutions](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/2013-new-years-resolutions/) - With the year coming to a close it is time to reflect on the past and, assuming the world doesn't end on December 21, plan for the future. It has been a good year for us and we plan for that to continue. I hope that you can say the same. The phenomenom of New
- [Shopping Season](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/shopping-season/) - Black Friday! Cyber Monday! Year end close out sales! 'Tis the season to acquire. This season is pure, society sanctioned bliss for shopaholics. The joy of the season comes from giving. Shopping with others in mind is all in anticipation of seeing the smiles when the unwrapping begins. The tragedy of the season is with
- [Getting Fired](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/getting-fired/) - In recent years the economy has made everyone sensitive to job loss. Fortunately, I'm not talking today about an employee. We recently had a client who needs our help. This is a level 5 environment and the county has determined that the home is not currently fit for habitation. Unfortunately, it is human nature to rebel against
- [Trick or Treat](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/trick-or-treat/) - The news these days is full of tricks and not so many treats. Hurricane Sandy has passed, though its remnants are still active. Fires. Floods. Wind damage. And snow. Millions of people lost power, many lost homes or cars, and a few lost lives. With continuing rain and a full moon's high tide today not
- [Thoughts from Marcpo 2012](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/thoughts-from-marcpo-2012/) - This past weekend we attended the 14th annual Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference for Professional Organizers. We had a good time and attended some thought provoking sessions. Some highlights: My favorite quote is from Dr. Ari Tuckman, who gave an excellent presentation on ADHD, said, "A professional organizer helps clients own their items and obligations rather than
- [Is it the Flu?](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/is-it-the-flu/) - Recent Hantavirus outbreak and the upcoming Flu season, deadly consequences for hoarders.
- [Hoarding in the news, again](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/hoarding-in-the-news-again/) - It has been six months since I blogged about the fire at a hoarder's house in Maryland and now two more events have come to my attention. I don't know how many similar events I've missed in that time frame. The new events occured on opposite coasts a week apart. The first tragedy involves the
- [In just 15 minutes a day](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/in-just-15-minutes-a-day/) - Everybody tries to take your money by selling you on the idea that it costs less than a dollar a day, or it only takes 10 minutes a day, and the results are "priceless". Go ahead, Google it. I'll wait. Everything from vacuum cleaners to exercise equipment to dental insurance to learning a foreign language,
- [Getting Started](http://conquertheclutter.org/articles/getting-started/) - OK, you have made the decision to get organized. You have set aside time on your calendar and know what you want to work on. Don’t let all this great attitude and desire go to waste by not being prepared to work. You don’t want to lose half of your work time by having to
- [Professionalism](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/professionalism/) - Times change and so do the words that we use. Some examples, a secretary was originally a desk suited for writing correspondance. Only later did did the word secretary refer to an employee whose duties kept him at such a desk. And it used to be that anyone who had a desk job was called
- [What to do before we arrive](http://conquertheclutter.org/articles/what-to-do-before-we-arrive/) - Once you've called and arranged for us to come over for an initial consultation you may wonder what your next step is. Here are some points to consider. 1. DO NOT CLEAN. We need to see how you are really living, not some artificially created environment. If we don’t see real life, we won’t be
- [Clutter in the Workplace](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/clutter-in-the-workplace/) - We've been thinking lately about how clutter migrates and its effect on other areas of one's life. A clutterer at home seems likely to have a cluttered office, and taking work home is bound to add to a cluttered home environment. According to the PBS Nightly Business Report, employees take up to $50 billion worth of
- [The worst question to ask](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/the-worst-question-to-ask/) - How do you act when you feel backed into a corner? If you have a teenager, how do they act? They get defensive, sullen, uncommunicative and uncooperative. When a hoarder is confronted they act the same way. When dealing with children, especially teenagers, the very worst question to ask is, "why?" Too often it's a confrontational question
- [Are these taxing times for you?](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/are-these-taxing-times-for-you/) - Were the last few weeks frustrating for you? Were you standing in line at the post office on the last possible day just to file a request for an automatic extension for filing your taxes? We can probably help. No, we don't prepare your taxes for you, but we can help you organize your paperwork
- [Time Clutter](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/time-clutter/) - It has been a while since I last wrote. Sorry about that. There have just been too many things going on. With a child in school and religious school the approaching summer has had numerous distractions. Throw in holidays, visiting family, etc. and the calendar gets pretty full. As if day to day living isn't
- [How we can get you from Before to After](http://conquertheclutter.org/articles/how-we-can-get-you-from-before-to-after/) - Even if things are not quite this confused at your home, I can help get it all under control. I am your personal trainer of organization and I can teach you how to manage your stuff and keep it from taking over again. We will work together to find the solutions that fit your needs
- [Multitasking](http://conquertheclutter.org/articles/multitasking/) - Multitasking is a way of life that many of us are taught as children and which is reinforced during our school days. Correct the kids homework while you do the dishes, the laundry and pay the bills. It’s a sin to only be doing one thing at a time. There is only one problem with
- [Closet Rules for Hanging Clothes](http://conquertheclutter.org/articles/closet-rules-for-hanging-clothes/) - The way a day starts is often the way it continues, and nothing can ruin your day faster than not being able to find what you need in your closet, or worse, find that the outfit you were planning to wear is stained, missing a button or doesn’t fit. Everything in the closet should be
- [Another conference](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/another-conference/) - Thanks to our friend Nico at Elite Home Remodeling we attended the Washington Metropolitan Chapter Community Associations Institute (WMCCAI) expo at the Washington Convention Center in DC. There were a lot of service providers to talk with. We made a lot of good connections to provide better service to our clients. We look forward to
- [NAPO 2012](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/napo-2012/) - NAPO (the National Association of Professional Organizers) is growing a lot and their conference is too. I could suggest a couple of changes for future conferences, such as giving more time for discussions at the SIG tables during lunch, but overall it was very well done. Maria attended a class on "Harm Reduction" at convention. This concept is very
- [A widespread problem?](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/a-widespread-problem/) - There was an interesting article in the Washington Post about a local locksmith's fight against search engines. The quick synopsis is that some locksmith companies with local phone numbers and local adresses aren't really local. They are really shells with a national call center. They list fake local addresses, get local phone numbers that route
- [A quick post](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/a-quick-post/) - Just a quick post this week. Last week we were at the Prince William County Chamber of Commerce's New Member Showcase. There were a large number of new members there, many of them new small businesses. I'm not sure what it says about the economy that there are so many folks starting businesses. I definitely
- [Maria saves the frog](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/a-couple-of-presentations/) - Back in January Maria did a talk for the Women's Center in Vienna, VA here in Fairfax. For those who are interested we have here an audio clip from January's Q & A where the origins and prevalence of hoarding is discussed. Last week Maria spoke at the Prebyterian Church in Manassas. Here's a video clip
- [A stark difference](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/a-stark-difference/) - This week Maria met with a prospective client who had already contracted services with another professional organizer. His experience with them was not a good one, but it highlights a major difference between Conquer the Clutter and some of our competitors. This competitor came in for a free consultation and quoted a price to clear
- [Hey, we got Inc.](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/hey-we-got-inc/) - Well, ... not exactly. Technically, we got LLC. We are now officially CtheC, LLC. Don't worry, we're still doing business under the trade name Conquer the Clutter. Last week, in the continuing effort to stay current in the field, Maria attended a two day seminar about the brain: its physical parts, and how they work together.
- [Hoarding in the news](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/hoarding-in-the-news/) - Hoarding is a popular topic these days and there were a few interesting pieces in the media this past week. The Smoking Gun has an article about an FBI employee who took classified documents home and when caught he pleaded, "I'm a hoarder." Unfortunately, there is no credible primary source for this item. All outside articles point back to
- [A busy week](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/a-busy-week/) - Last Thursday we went to the Women’s Center in Vienna where Maria taught a class on hoarding to the attendees. Everyone had a good time and learned a lot. We got wonderful evaluations, the coordinator was very pleased and is looking forward to our next class in Manassas on March 3rd. Maria attended a class on Clutter and
- [Hey, we got more ink!](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/hey-we-got-more-ink/) - There is an informative web site called Startup Nation. Maria was recently interviewed for an article on making a business stand out from the crowd. We're their third example. They give a clear definition of the Conquer the Clutter way of doing business. Thanks.
- [Hey, we got ink!](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/hey-we-got-ink/) - Maria and I were interviewed for an article in Inc. online. The article is about home based businesses. We told him why we didn't need a separate office but the context got editted. The quote they didn't use that I wish they had is, "Our job is to help you organize your home or office.
- [Keep in Mind When Decluttering](http://conquertheclutter.org/blog-posts/keep-in-mind-when-decluttering/) - The main thing to keep in mind when you are beginning a decluttering project is: Does this “thing” fit my vision for the life I want to live or is it holding me back from where I want to be. If you have too many things that hold you in the past rather than letting

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- [Hoarding](http://conquertheclutter.org/individuals/hoarding/) - Hoarding. It’s become a national phenomenon on TV. Hoarders, Buried Alive and other shows have brought awareness of the condition to the nation. While showing that hoarding is not a choice that people make, but is instead a condition they have to work around, the word “hoarder” has become a slur. “Hoarding” is not a
- [Moving](http://conquertheclutter.org/individuals/moving/) - Studies show that moving is the most stressful thing that most people do. One of the hardest parts can be deciding what to move and what to get rid of. Time is usually an issue as well. Have you ever wished, in the middle of your move, that you had 3 extra pairs of hands?
- [Paperwork Management](http://conquertheclutter.org/individuals/paperwork-management/) - Piles and Piles for Miles and Miles Do you ever feel like you are spending too much of your time sifting thru your piles of papers to find things? You know you put it here somewhere … How would you like to walk over to your files and be able to pull out just what
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- [Attorneys](http://conquertheclutter.org/professionals/attorneys/) - Whether you're an estate planner or an estate administrator our services can ease your workload and help your client.
- [Funeral Homes](http://conquertheclutter.org/professionals/funeral-homes/) - Your clients are suffering through some of the worst times in their lives. You're there to help, but you can't do everything by yourself. You recommend other professionals to help the bereaved. We're also here to help. A grieving executor has a lot to deal with and only so much time in the day. We
- [Mental Health Professionals](http://conquertheclutter.org/professionals/mental-health/) - How we, as Professional Organizers, can help both a client and their therapist by removing certain stressors.
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- [About Us](http://conquertheclutter.org/about/) - What sets us apart? Continuing education and training Maria is a Board Certified Professional Organizer (CPO®) which puts her among the elite in the industry. This means that she has demonstrated a broad knowledge about organizing, has passed a national certification exam and has many hours working with clients. Maria attends conventions and many other
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- [Public Officials](http://conquertheclutter.org/professionals/public-officials/) - Disorganized citizens, especially those who hoard, present unique challenges to the government officials who need to work with them. We can help you and them.
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- [Organization for Individuals](http://conquertheclutter.org/services/organization-for-individuals/) - Initial Consultation: We will come to your home and look at the things that are bothering you. We will discuss the possible solutions and make specific recommendations. We will provide you with a write up of our conversation and the actions we discussed. Hourly Assistance: Once we have had the consultation many of our clients find
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- [Services](http://conquertheclutter.org/services/) - [tabs tab1="For Individuals" tab2="For Businesses" tab3="Group Presentations"] [tab]When you open up space in your home for the life you want to live, you increase your chances of actually living it. You can reduce the tension, arguments and stress in your home by clearing room to think and move. We will help you with this by
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- [Client C Before and After Photos](http://conquertheclutter.org/photo-gallery/client-c-before-and-after-photos/) - This was a very difficult case. This client had to move out of the house she was renting because of the unhealthy living conditions. There was mold in the basement going 3 feet up the wall. This meant that inside the wall it was even worse. Due to all the water we ran a dehumidifier
- [Client A Before and After Photos](http://conquertheclutter.org/photo-gallery/client-a-before-and-after-photos/) - When these clients started having their new home built they realized that it was better to get rid of the things they knew they didn’t want to keep rather than pay to ship them and toss them once they got to the new location. There were issues with timing to get the work done but
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## Events

- ["Downsizing & Decluttering"](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/downsizing-decluttering/) - McLean Community Center "Downsizing & Decluttering" Open to the Public
- ["What is Hoarding and how can I help?](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/what-is-hoarding-and-how-can-i-help/) - Maria explains what Hoarding is and ideas of how to help those who have this disorder.
- ["Paperwork- Save or Shred"](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/paperwork-save-or-shred/) - Paperwork- Save or Shred. How long to I keep these records? Which ones can I shred? Do I have to keep hard copies or can they be digital? Find these answers and more during this presentation on paperwork.
- [Paperwork](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/paperwork/) - What to Save, What to Shred, What to Toss
- [Downsizing](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/downsizing/) - Maria will talk about ways to prepare for downsizing
- [National Drug Take Back Day](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/national-drug-take-back-day/) - DEA and some local gov't offices are working together. Go to link to find your local drop off points and they will properly dispose of expired/old medication or other pills. No Charge. No Questions. https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/drug_disposal/takeback/
- ["Trash or Treasure"](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/trash-or-treasure-2/) - Making decisions on life long treasured possessions can be daunting. Learn how to decide what to keep and what to trash
- ["Trash or Treasure"](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/trash-or-treasure/) - Making decisions on life long treasured possessions can be overwhelming. Learn how to decide to what keep and what to trash
- [Paper Organization](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/paper-organization/) - Vienna Park & Rec Seniors
- [Sewing Room Organization for Quilters](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/sewing-room-organization-for-quilters/) - Cabin Branch Quilters- Open to the Public
- [Hoarding- What It Is and What You Can Do](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/hoarding-what-it-is-and-what-you-can-do/) - Hoarding: What It Is and What You Can Do
- [Conquering the Clutter](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/conquering-the-clutter/) - Conquering the Clutter
- ["Save or Shred- What do I do with all this paper?"](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/save-or-shred-what-do-i-do-with-all-this-paper/) - What to do with your paperwork
- [Hoarding Disorder - What does a caregiver need to know](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/hoarding-disorder-what-does-a-caregiver-need-to-know/) - Hoarding Disorder -What does a caregiver need to know
- ["Simple Ways to De-Clutter Your Home"](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/simple-ways-to-de-clutter-your-home-2/) - Ideas to help you de-clutter your home
- [Simple Ways To De-Clutter Your Home](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/simple-ways-to-de-clutter-your-home/) - MCLEAN COMMUNITY CENTER - Open to the public - What clutter is and how it accumulates How clutter snuck in When to get rid of it How to get rid of it, ie: sale, donate, gift or trash
- ["Hoarding- What is it and how can you help?"](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/hoarding-what-is-it-and-how-can-you-help/) - Learn what hoarding is and how you can help
- [How to Get Your Loved Ones Organized](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/how-to-get-your-loved-ones-organized/) - Hosted by -Daily Dementia Caregivers ---- Open to the Public ---- Early bird sign up is $10. At the door is $12. Sign up on meetup website listed ---- Hera Hub is 4 blocks from Friendship Heights Metro; Free parking on side street.
- [Craft Room Organization for Quilters](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/nimbler-finger-quilters/) - NIMBLE FINGERS QUILTERS -Open to the public
- [Craft Room Organization for Quilters](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/craft-room-organization-for-quilters/) - Quilt Guild of Southern Maryland
- [What to Save & What to Shred](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/what-to-save-what-to-shred/) - LUNCH & LEARN: bring brown bag lunch & drink What to Save & What to Shred Which documents are important & why they should be organized When & how to share info with loved ones How to tackle your piles & clear out un-needed paper
- [Hoarding Disorder- What does a caregiver need to know](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/leesburg-senior-interest-network/) - Hoarding Disorder - What does a caregiver need to know
- [Quilters, It's Time to Bust Your Stash!](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/quilters-its-time-to-bust-your-stash/) - Maria leads a workshop giving quilters fun, quick and easy ways to use up their scraps to make beautiful quilts for charity, gifts or yourself.
- [Quilters, Organize your Space!](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/quilters-organize-your-space/) - Maria will be teaching quilters how to organize their space so they can fit even more in it while being more efficient about using it all. She speaks from experience and her methods are cheap and easy to implement.
- [FCPD Hoarding Training - Rescheduling for Autumn](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/fcpd-hoarding-training/) - Maria will be teaching once again at the Fairfax County Criminal Justice Academy. This event is closed to the public.
- [2013 Retirement Symposium](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/2013-retirement-symposium/) - An educational retirement symposium sponsored by Cassaday & Company. There will be several breakout sessions. Look for Maria in the session on Aging in Place, Hospice, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Palliative Care.
- [5th Annual DC Housing Expo and Foreclosure Clinic](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/5th-annual-dc-housing-expo-and-foreclosure-clinic/) - The DC Department of Housing and Community Development will host a housing fair that will educate, empower and support District residents in home ownership and foreclosure prevention. Opportunities for residents to gain knowledge of DHCD housing programs and other District government services will be available. Maria will give be on the panels discussing aging in place and
- [Loudoun County Department of Family Services](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/loudoun-county-department-of-family-services/) - Maria will be one of three speakers addressing these members of the Adult Protective and Adult Services Unit. This is open to the public, but seats are limited so please contact Ms Ondy.
- [Sewing Room Organization Classes in NY](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/sewing-room-organization-classes-in-ny/) - Maria will be back in NY to teach two classes at Sew Nice on sewing room organization. Class times are 10:30 am - 12:30 pm and 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Last year the cost was $10, but contact Sew Nice for details and to reserve a spot.
- [The 6th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/the-6th-national-prescription-drug-take-back-day/) - Many law enforcement offices will have collection boxes for you to safely dispose of expired medicines. Please click on the organizer to check their website for the nearest participating location.
- [Free Shredding Event](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/free-shredding-event/) - All your sensitive paperwork can be safely destroyed and disposed of here.
- [eCycling Event](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/ecycling-event/) - This where you can bring your old electronics (TVs, Computers, etc.) to be recycled.
- [Free Community Shredding](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/free-community-shredding/) - hot dogs and such will be there (trying to make it fun & inviting).
- [Morgan Stanley](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/morgan-stanley/) - Catastrophes and serious illnesses happen to all of us sooner or later. When that happens, would someone be able to come in and find all the information they need to keep the family or your business running well? Would your bills be paid, the right person make your medical decisions, your children taken care of
- [Cardinal Quilters](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/cardinal-quilters/) - Maria will speak about sewing room organization.
- [Hoarding Lecture](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/hoarding-lecture/) - Maria talks about Hoarding for Mental Health Professionals. Closed to the public.
- [*Cancelled* Home Owners Workshop](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/home-owners-workshop/) - This event has been cancelled. A Realtor, a Banker and Maria. We'll be presenting information on how to optimize buying, selling and living in your home.
- [Loudoun Senior Center](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/loudoun-senior-center/) - Maria will be speaking to the general public about downsizing: General get organized tips; how to figure out what to keep, what to sell, where to sell; how to manage the keepers; how to know when to get rid of items with sentimental value.
- [Haymarket Quilters Unlimited](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/haymarket-quilters-unlimited/) - Quilter's tend to keep a lot of supplies on hand for the many projects that they're working on all at the same time. Maria will talk about how to keep your sewing room in order and deal with that stash of fabric.
- [Loudoun County Senior Expo](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/loudoun-county-senior-expo/) - We'll be there. We're not only exhibitors, we're also sponsors. Come meet us and learn about the differences between our two divisions, Conquer the Clutter, and Calm the Chaos.
- [Deb Tucker Rulers](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/deb-tucker-rulers/) - If you're a quilter you may have heard of Deb Tucker rulers. Maria will be teaching about them at G Street in Centreville. It's not her usual type of presentation, but come on out and learn something anyway.
- [Free Community Shred-It Event](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/free-community-shred-it-event-2/) - Presented by Virginia Commerce Bank and TrueShred. Limited to personal household shredible items.
- [Free Community Shred-It Event](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/free-community-shred-it-event/) - Presented by Virginia Commerce Bank and TrueShred. Limited to personal household shredible items. Two locations: 6375 Multiplex Dr. Centreville, VA 20121 13881-G Metrotech Dr. Chantilly, VA 20151
- [Presentation to Elder Care Professionals](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/presentation-to-elder-care-professionals/) - Maria will speak to the Seabury Resources for Aging - Geriatric Care Management team. Many older adults want to remain in place as they age. Sometimes the household maintenance, in combination with health related issues can create a clutter or hoarding issue in the home. Additionally, some of these people do have a mental health issue that
- [CASA's 15th Annual Evening Under the Stars](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/casas-15th-annual-evening-under-the-stars/) - Come join us at a black-tie optional swing dance held under the stars. The event is sponsored by CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates for children) and all proceeds will benefit the close to 500 abused, neglected and maltreated children being served by the CASA program. Hope to see you there.
- [Make your paperwork work for you](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/clutter-impacts-financial-health/) - The paperless society we were promised has not yet arrived. Maria will talk about how to manage all the paperwork that flows into all of our lives – both physical and virtual. She’ll discuss ways to make the information you need easy to find and use. Maria will be speaking to clients and guests of
- [Maria will be interviewed on Internet Radio](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/maria-will-be-interviewed-on-internet-radio/) - Maria will discuss how to get your kids ready to go back to school with Life and Wellness Coach Suzanne Rose on her Internet Radio show, Empowering Serenity Healing on BlogTalkRadio.
- [Whole Health Fest - Vendor Fair](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/whole-health-fest-vendor-fair/) - This free community event will focus on • Wellness • Nutrition • Fitness • Lifestyle Choices Stop by and say hello to some of our organizers.
- [Stafford Piecemakers Quilt Guild](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/stafford-piecemakers-quilt-guild/) - If you're into crafts you probably want and may even need to hear Maria talk about sewing room organization.
- [Annandale Quilters Unlimited](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/annandale-quilters-unlimited/) - Come hear Maria speak to the Annandale QU on Sewing Room Organization.
- [Loudoun Senior Interest Network](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/loudoun-senior-interest-network/) - Maria will speak at the Loudoun Senior Interest Network meeting.
- [Weichert Realty](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/weichert-realty/) - Maria will adress a realtors in McLean.
- [Prince William Senior Resource Group](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/prince-william-senior-resource-group/) - Maria will speak at the Prince William Senior Resource Group meeting.
- [NOVA Women's Business Initiative](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/womens-networking-group/) - Maria will speak at the NOVA Women's Business Initiative meeting.
- [South Riding Farmers' Market](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/south-riding-farmers-market/) - Come meet Maria at the South Riding Wellness Connection booth.
- [South Riding Farmers' Market](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/south-riding-farmers-market-2/) - Come meet Maria at the South Riding Wellness Connection booth.
- [Alliance for Elder Service Professionals](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/alliance-for-elder-service-professionals/) - Maria will speak about hoarders and downsizing the elderly to the Alliance for Elder Service Professionals at Vinson Hall.
- [FCPD Training](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/fcpd-training/) - Maria will be teaching the Fairfax County Police Department at the Criminal Justice Academy about Clutter and Hoarding.
- [Teaching the FBI](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/teaching-the-fbi/) - Maria will be teaching the FBI at Quantico about Hoarding.
- [Mid Atlantic Regional Conference for Professional Organizers](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/mid-atlantic-regional-conference-for-professional-organizers/) - Maria will attend the MARCPO Conference.
- [ICD Fall 2012 Conference](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/icd-fall-2012-conference/) - Maria will attend the Institute for Challenging Disorder's Fall Conference.
- [Soroptimists](http://conquertheclutter.org/event/soroptimists/) - Maria will speak at the Soroptimists' meeting.

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