When Ruth comes to help she is nothing short of a miracle worker. She knows how to approach each individual so they feel as though they are her only client! She knows the questions to ask me, so I can be assured to have continued success in between visits from Ruth. Anyone who has ever hired Ruth, knows it isn't a question of if, but merely a question of how bad it's going to get prior to scheduling a visit from her. Professional, efficient and fully capable of any situation, are my top three reasons for hiring her again and again.
Jason H., Business OwnerSalt Lake City
I've always dreamed of having an organized and clutter-free home, and after reading many organization books, trying many systems and just life getting in the way I found Streamlined Space....and boy am I happy I did!!! With Ruth's help I finally have at least 3 major areas looking fabulous!!! Ruth was totally non-judgmental, organized and helped me realize what I really needed and what I could choose to let go of. After 6+ bags and some boxes given away to charity , I feel a huge weight lifted off my shoulders!!! Thanks Ruth! I'm planning my next area of attack and can't wait to make this the year I get my home how I want it!!!
Kathy P.Centerville, Utah
Ruth was recommended on this list in the fall. So I called her for organizational help and was quite pleased with the whole experience. She was professional, non-threatening, and fun to work with. If you need some help call her, you won't regret it.
Suzanne J.Salt Lake City, Utah
Ruth, Thank you for being such a stunning example of your Profession. None of what has happened, to date, would have happened without you. You have touched me in ways that were energizing, when I wasn't sure I had it in me, and your Professional skill and knowledge supplemented my lack of experience and know-how. Thank you for being there, consistently, undaunted, all the way, to the end.
Jan T.Salt Lake City, UT
Thank you for helping us organize our home! What a positive influence you’ve made! Now our home feels more creative - my daughter is able to draw and do puzzles more often and we can find the shoes/hats/goves easily! It makes everyday life simpler. And best of all, my daughter is learning ways to keep herself organized and be able to let go of items she no longer loves (and me too of course!). Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Karin H.Salt Lake City, Utah
I am very pleased with the organizing we have done at my home. Completing big projects has given me a sense of freedom and lightness and has inspired me to organize other areas of my life. I feel more in control of my household, especially the paperwork, and I feel comfortable with the systems we have put in place to stay organized going forward. Thank you so much for your help and for sharing your positive energy with me.
Kim R. Salt Lake City, Utah
Ruth and I did in 12 hours what I could & did not do in 25 years! I never realized how all of this junk overwhelmed me and weighed me down. I saved everything for any reason: I might need that someday; the kids will want that someday...I had the opportunity to hear Ruth speak and decided it was time to get things in order. I was surprised by how detailed and involved the pre-organization process was. I recognized how valuable this was when we got into the project. Ruth was able to use what I told her about myself and what I wanted to help me make decisions about my stuff. I was surprised how helpful it was for someone to stand at my side and ask if I wanted to keep an item or not. It was so much easier to let go when Ruth asked me what I wanted to do with each item. On the other hand, there was no pressure to discard. She supported my decisions whether it was to keep or discard and if I hesitated she would ask more questions to help me decide. The best thing is that Ruth has given me skills to stay on top of the paper piles at home and my work using a special technique. It is so refreshing to walk into my project rooms where there is now room to walk and breathe. I had no idea how liberating it is to have cleaned out so much junk. I have not yet missed a single thing that I chose to get rid of and am thrilled to have found a few things that were lost and forgotten in the mess.
Julie M.Salt Lake City, UT
I honestly thought that I didn't need someone to help me to clean out my closets and get my house organized...but why weren't these projects getting done then? What Ruth and I accomplished in less than 4 hours would have taken me an entire weekend all by myself. Just a few short hours of organizing absolutely lifted a weight off of my shoulders and gave me a huge sense of accomplishment. I can't wait until Ruth's next appointment so we can tackle some more projects and have an even more freeing experience. It feels awesome to finally start getting the clutter cleared! Thanks Ruth!
Jackie H.Cottonwood Heights, Utah
I did not think it could happen but it did! Even though Ruth lives in Utah and I live in Maryland, she was able to help me turn a cluttered junk room (that hid behind a closed door for 15 years) into a beautiful creative room that has light and space and a place for everything. Just walking into this room makes me feel alive and creative. By helping me figure out what to keep or throw away and by giving me a deadline to do it, Ruth helped me organize my home office. I used to walk into my office, see the boxes that lined my walls, and feel overwhelmed. Now, when I walk in my office, I feel energized. I highly recommend Ruth; she not only has good ideas and the know-how to get things organized, she also has the patience and the right amount of push, to get the job done.
Kitty H.Baltimore, MD
Clutter and cleaning have always been an issue with my husband and me. I collect and have trouble letting go and he 'cleans' with no rhyme or reason. Most of our arguments are about this issue. It's depressing, to say the least. I was passing by the TV and Ruth happened to be doing a segment on KUTV Fresh Living . . . I heard the word "declutter" and stopped abruptly to listen. Something clicked – I knew I needed professional help; if I hadn't been able to get on top of this issue by now (over 30 yrs.) I never would- it was too big and too overwhelming! I can't say enough good things about Ruth. The process she is guiding me through is amazing – it's working and the results are beyond what I thought possible! Ruth is as professional as they come. We accomplish so much with each session; not a moment is wasted. I also feel emotionally safe with her. She is taking me through the steps of letting things go. I am getting rid of so much unnecessary stuff' and I am feeling lighter and better and more motivated to move through my life . . . I now have room to move! I wish I had the words - I don't want to sound like just another testimonial or commercial or overly effusive, for that matter, but this experience is truly life-changing! You cannot be placed in better hands or treated with greater care than with Ruth.
Darlene M.Salt Lake City, Utah
I did an online search for "board certified professional organizer ". Ruth popped up as one of two in Utah. I called her and started this process. From the moment she interviewed me to see if I was a fit, I knew it would be good. She asked me questions to help me process why I sought her out and then dug in with me in the ways I requested. In the end, I solved some big rock struggles at my home and I learned some mindsets I could adopt to maintain and face the chaos if it came up again without taking it personally. This was better than therapy. Most days I’m keeping it up. Some days it’s still needing me to address the mess. But now I can without judgement. Thank you Ruth!
Larissa B.Salt Lake City, UT
Thanks again, Ruth. This was seriously life-changing for me and such a big burden off my shoulders to have this done! I couldn’t recommend you enough!!!
Natalie C.Layton, UT
Working with Ruth, I was able to blast through literally decades of unwanted stuff in such a short period of time. I look forward to future organizing sessions!
AnonymousAmerican Fork, UT
Although it took me many months to get up the courage to call an organizer, I am so glad the organizer I finally did call was Ruth Hadlock. From our beginning conversation, I felt a trust in her and knew she would treat me and my neuroses with care. I was amazed at how most of our organizing time was spent with Ruth asking me questions that led me to the correct solutions for ME. Not cookie-cutter solutions from a magazine, but tailor-made systems that work for MY brain. And just by steering me with well-placed questions, a lot of times I was able to arrive at the solutions myself. But having said that, there is no way I could have tackled this on my own. At one point I accused Ruth of being a psychologist, so intuitive was she. This has been nothing but a positive experience. I used Ruth for help in several areas: bedroom, kitchen, storage room, and paper organization in the office. I feel lighter, hopeful, and excited at the state of my spaces. I would emphatically recommend Streamlined Spaces to anyone who feels overwhelmed, frustrated, or debilitated by any area in your life and home.
Amy F.Salt Lake City, UT
If you live an interesting life, stuff accumulates. Sometimes it gets overwhelming and you feel as though the stuff defines you. I had reached a point where the skeletons in my closets were shouting at me and something needed to be done to regain my life. Ruth's approach is energetic, kind, compassionate and unrelenting. The client is in control and sets the direction but Ruth is the engine. She provides the power, the direction and the energy. Ruth is fearless. She will dive into the deepest box or cabinet with no reluctance. At no time did I feel judged for what I kept or decided to toss. She keeps it fun and watches the reaction of the client to know when to slow down and back up or speed up and push forward.The skills she taught are repeatable after she is gone. I am still me but a lighter, less haunted me. I highly recommend both the organizing process and Ruth as the leader of that process.
MDSouth Jordan, Utah
Clutter to me is depression and I was so tired of being in that mood. Being organized is fun if you have Ruth. You don't feel intimidated by her; she will become your fairy organizer. Working with her teaches you how to start other projects on your own. One of the many other things Ruth will do is she brings the garbage bags, will haul out the donations, bring the charity slip for tax write-offs and dump the trash. I love working with Ruth as she gives me insight to the bigger picture. 4 hours with Ruth could give you another day to yourself to meet friends, volunteer or be with family. It might be the best thing I have done for myself in years.
Diane L.Cottonwood Heights, Utah
I have loved working with Ruth! I had significant anxiety about someone seeing and going through my STUFF and exposing my weaknesses. But at the same time I was ready to face the "humiliation" to finally have some positive change. I found Ruth to be very professional, patient, and understanding (non-judgemental!) while remaining focused on the task at hand and keeping a clear vision of my goals for each project. I appreciate that she is interested in what I would like the end result to be and what would realistically work for my life and home. She is helping me to create organized spaces that for years have been a source of frustration and discouragement. She has helped me identify and create goals for myself as well as develop some skills and better habits that have translated to other areas in my home. I am still working on building those positive habits, but I have been able to tackle other areas in my home that needed organizing on my own using the things I learned while working with Ruth.
Cristen B.Cottonwood Heights, Utah
Thank you so much for coming to my home recently to help me with my closets. I appreciate the care and consideration you gave to dealing with my late husband's clothing; it made a seemingly overwhelming task much easier for me. Then there were my own closets! It was great of you to offer suggestions for places to donate used clothing and household items. You work quickly and you are so efficient that a project I was dreading was over and done with in short order. I appreciate you coming so well-prepared with boxes, bags, tape. You dropping off the donated items was a great help. You helped me get past being stuck and overwhelmed with the project. If feels great not to be such a prisoner of my possessions.Yours truly,
Linda F.Salt Lake City, Utah
In one powerful, several-hour morning, we went through all of my paperwork in my home office. We purged & purified content and systems, and what we set up has been working for several months now. It wasn’t a passing phase. What she helped me set up has actually changed my habits. Ruth doesn’t just help you ”put stuff away.” She has questions that are provocative and meaningful that help you change the way that you think and act.I recently had her help me with a tune-up of the filing system that we had established last year which further simplified and streamlined my experience. I used to avoid dealing with my inbox & to-do list.Now I look forward to processing my inbox, and I feel on top of my to-do list more and more each week. Thanks, Ruth! Because of you, I can take on some of the bigger projects that I want to accomplish this year. You are totally in your genius with this work.
Heidi W., Business OwnerSalt Lake City, UT
Working with Ruth has been like finding a working flashlight after wandering in a dark, scary forest. I had tried and tried to manage my heaps and piles of stuff, but I had never found a method that worked for me. Finally, after a 30-year teaching career, I had the time to spend on this daunting journey. Finding Ruth and welcoming her in to my home each week vía Zoom, was the key to working through not only the years of clutter, but to processing the emotions that lurked in the depths of each stack and box. Though my adventure in decluttering is not over, I feel optimistic about my new-found skills. I sort with confidence and look forward to living in a home that is beautiful, cozy and finally organized.
April T.Kaysville, UT
What YOU did was amazing. You have taken a scary situation and helped it become manageable. None of what I can do now with her would have been possible without getting it organized in the first place. The load lifted off her shoulders was visible. She truly appreciates what we did. She consistently says "Ruth gets more done in one session than the other person did the entire time she was coming over."
C.F.Taylorsville, UT
Ruth was really incredible at helping me organize and sort through many years of stuff I had put off doing anything about. She really strives to listen to what your specific needs and goals are and works diligently to make sure they are met. As we walked through my project on her initial visit, she was great at helping me gain clarity on what I wanted to accomplish and how we were going to get the job done. She made it easier than I ever imagined to figure out what was really important to keep and what I could donate and let go of. She also made it so easy to donate my items - she drove away with them so I did not have to. She then provides you with the tax donation receipt once the items have been delivered. Ruth even labeled my bins and helped me stack them neatly once the sorting was done. I would highly recommend using her for any project big or small! She is amazing!!
Lori H.Centerville, Utah
Ruth- I can’t tell you how much I appreciate you. I feel so much more clarity on how to move forward with my organizing project. Your system not only gives me confidence, it also allows me to go so much faster and more efficiently. Thanks again, you are the best. 🙂
Mary Anne W.Millcreek, UT
You have taught me so much! I can totally attribute the progress I’ve made to you. On my own I would still be just moving things around but you have given me systems to give order to my stacks and boxes. Your help in looking at my papers with me and identifying what they were gave me the nudge to get over the hump of getting overwhelmed with so many papers. I can’t believe how much I’ve let go of. I do love how it feels yet it still is hard, emotional work even though now I experience the relief, like I’ve lost 50 pounds. Thank you!
Julie E.Holladay, UT
Hiring Ruth to help me get organized is one of the best decisions I have made. I was hesitant for a couple of reasons; I worried about the cost and felt I should be able do it on my own. Both those concerns were alleviated quickly. Ruth is a brilliant, hardworking friend. The whole we accomplished together is greater than the sum of the parts. My life feels tidy and doable. I appreciate her expertise, sensitivity, and speed. I wish I could hire her on retainer!
Annie O.Fruit Heights, Utah
Tackling an organizing project feels overwhelming to me because I don’t know where or how to start. Ruth’s process from start to finish is very streamlined. I love that she asks questions upfront, when she arrives on site, and throughout the process, if need be. Ruth helps guide the entire process/conversation which results in good decision making. Had I tried to tackle the project myself, I honestly don’t think I would have eliminated anything (which was my goal). I am so pleased with the results of this project!
Terese W., Business OwnerSalt Lake City, UT
Ruth is an absolute gem to work with. Her organization process made our move to our new home effortless. Within the first couple days, our new home was completely organized. Her personality and energy is a delight to be with and I look forward to working with her on a regular basis moving forward.
Hannah J.Salt Lake City, Utah
Words cannot express how valuable Ruth has become to our family since she started working with my father to help organize his finances and ultimately much much more. My father is 91 and lives by himself in Salt Lake City, a fiercely independent soul. My sister and I live on the east coast which makes helping him manage his life difficult to say the least. Ruth is not only amazingly competent and efficient but also innovative in customizing record-keeping systems that best work for her individual clients. With older clients like my father she is both patient and empathetic. Moreover she is an excellent communicator, not only with him but with us, My father was initially skeptical about a stranger coming in to help with his papers; however it wasn’t long before he became a huge fan and today looks forward to her weekly visits. Ruth’s ability to gain his trust (while creating systems for record keeping, bill paying, etc) became even more critical when he became ill and was hospitalized for a month. I only wish there was a Ruth Hadlock in my life!
Celia S.Washington DC
We have lived in our home for thirty years. Over time so much is accumulated that once served, but no longer does. I was given Ruth's name by someone I respect and have worked with Ruth for over a year. We've accomplished a lot together, but there's still a lot to do. She has been organized, sensitive, and supportive in her approach and seems to know when/what to suggest and when I have reached my limits with any given task. It's always a delight to see her and know she will be with me as I/we tackle overwhelming projects and previously ignored or buried territories within our home.
Jacqueline F.Salt Lake City, UT
Ruth has lifted a huge weight off of me. I am a fairly organized woman, but cannot control paper. Partly because, as a historian, I know how valuable the printed page can be in the history of a person, an idea, an issue, or an organization.I called on Ruth to help me sort at least three years of papers that I had randomly dumped into six cardboard file boxes and stored in closets, behind and under beds, and in other random places. I also had nine large drawers in three different file cabinets that need to be reorganized and integrated with all the loose papers.Ruth swept in with her organizational mind and within a short time we had a system. We had four half-day sessions where we emptied every storage box and meshed the new files with old ones in the file cabinets. We filled several more organized boxes with papers for me to take to the library archives.All my files are now accessible to me now, and will be for others in the future. I was hard work, but we had a good time. In the process, Ruth and I became friends. What more could I ask for?
Linda N.Salt Lake City, UT