We hired Ruth because we had three 'dark holes' that were disorganized and cluttered, and caused anxiety and embarrassment. It seemed like there was no way to purge and organize these spaces so that they could be used. Ruth appeared with an organizing system that helped us put like items together in order to decide what to save, give, or throw. She provided a stress-free way to make decisions about old family items. She then labeled boxes and developed a 'to do' list. We can now go into these spaces and easily find or put away items. We now have two organized rooms and a usable garage. Thank you Ruth.
Sue H.Denver, CO
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 do has such value, Ruth! As humans, we get bogged down in stuff, information and paperwork. You kept asking me thoughtful questions about how I wanted to make changes so things could be more manageable. You made me think through what was important to keep, and what could go. Letting go of some things and ways I had done things in the past was freeing! Going to work today was not overwhelming because I knew things were better organized and I could do my work in a more organized fashion, hence less stress. You gently guided me to think deeper about prioritizing. You're there to help facilitate a working solution to free clients from the oppression and overwhelm that happen in life. You were never pushy, never judge mental. It's inspired me at home to do more to make my life less complicated with clutter. Thanks again Ruth!
Shawnette A.Salt Lake City, 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
I am told I am an organized person, and feel that I am. However, the business of life gets in the way of prioritizing the time to "get" organized and to identify "solutions" to organizational systems in my home that aren't efficient. That is where Ruth came in. She helped me see systems I didn't even realize by making simple adjustments and arrangements to my space. In addition, she helped me go through the mental process of making decisions surrounding keeping things I had been holding onto for far too long that were serving no purpose, not bringing me joy, and only taking up space. Physical space takes up mental space, and Ruth's ability to help me create systems that I could maintain and regain order in a feasible way was a game changer! Ruth is the best!!!
Christina HSalt 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
It was a game-changer when I finally had the courage to call Ruth. I say courage because inviting someone into your home to see and work with your mess and clutter isn’t exactly a comfortable process. Fortunately Ruth made the experience a very positive one. I now have worked with Ruth for over two years. We have accomplished, what in my mind, were unbelievable tasks. Ruth is efficient, focused, kind and extremely knowledgeable. At the risk of sounding dramatic, Ruth changed my life. I had reached at point at my home and my life that I needed help dealing with all my ‘stuff.’ I was getting bogged down with items, couldn’t decide what to do with donations, unclear how to pare down and move forward. She essentially walked me through a process I couldn’t have done on my own. She taught me tools I continue to use daily to maintain a simpler, more organized home. I am eternally grateful for Ruth’s assistance.
Vanessa R.Salt Lake City, Utah
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
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
Ruth helped me go through my office and the stacks of paper & receipts that had built up over the last 10 years. Ruth provided the energy to start the process and keep us both going for our 4-hour organizing session. We recycled 3 large plastic bags of un-needed paper and cardboard and a bag of trash. We boxed up 6 boxes of miscellaneous items. Ruth began the process with a questionnaire that inspired a process of organizing my thoughts about the process of handling paper in my business and personal life. The first 3½ hours of our session went quickly and we made tremendous progress. The final half-hour was spent organizing for the next session. The second 4-hour session resulted in a clean, uncluttered office.
Dave T., Business OwnerSalt Lake City, Utah
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
I can’t say enough about how valuable this service is. Ruth is so efficient and helpful that she can guide you through sorting and getting rid of a lot of baggage in about ¼ (or less) of the time it would take me to do it on my own!
Debbie T.Salt Lake City, UT
Ruth was amazing to work with! I had been trying for years to get organized on my own. I bought different storage solutions, bins, etc. but nothing seemed to help. Ruth had a way of breaking it down so the tasks seemed more manageable. She has great systems and techniques that actually work! Paper clutter was an issue. We tackled that! She made it feel possible and easy to get rid of unnecessary clutter so that it's easier to keep the spaces we worked on neat and tidy, just as I've always hoped for! Also, she is quick and efficient. It seemed daunting to think of tackling a pantry or linen closet that is overflowing with stuff, but Ruth had a way of making the process easier and helped me stay focused. I definitely recommend her!! You won't regret it!
Jennifer S.Draper, Utah
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
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
Finally, I found a professional organizer! As a mother of three and a business owner, organization is a must. But as time quickly flew by day after day, I found that I was spending unnecessary time trying to remember things, or find things, or re-do something I had already completed, simply because I wasn't being efficient, which really meant I wasn't organized. Ruth is an absolute professional. She taught me that organization didn't have to be difficult or time consuming. She worked directly with me sorting through my "important piles" and showed me how quickly I could make decisions with each and every piece of paper. In a way, Ruth gave me permission to get rid of the past and open space in my mind for the future. Her organization technique is simple, fast, and empowering. Once organized, I felt like a whole new person with a fresh start. I would highly recommend Ruth Hadlock as your professional organizer. Her organizational skills technique is valuable to anyone who leads a busy life and juggles much. She is extremely experienced in both home and office organization, and best of all, trains you to effectively work and stay organized even when she's not there! Thank you, Ruth, for getting my life in order.
Carrie Goodwin, Owner, SLC Bar MethodSalt Lake City, Utah
After working with Ruth, I was sure there was hope my office could be organized-- and STAY organized. The techniques were simple and once I was able to sift through everything on the top of my desk, it was easy to keep it clear. There might be one or two errant papers still left to file, but I have been able to see the top since she left, and that is a miracle in itself.
Joan A.Salt Lake City, 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
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
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
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
It’s probably the best money I have spent all year. The time was very well used and she kept me on track making the most out of my total budget. Ruth wasn’t stuck on making me organize the way she does, but helped me find a way that worked for me. I hired Ruth to help me with paper problem in my office and by the end I had an organized office that looked really nice. However more importantly now, I have a system that helps me keep it organized. I don’t dread going in there anymore and I am more efficient. Money well spent!
Cassidy W.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
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
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
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
With Ruth’s help I am able to enjoy my office. We dejunked, organized the space and created a workflow for all the incoming paper and projects. I feel so lucky to have found her. I can’t wait to tackle the closets next.
Mary V.Salt Lake City, Utah
Thank you for your services yesterday. After scheduling our first appointment, I had doubts and second thoughts. After all, I knew what needed to be done. Why would I need a “professional” to help me organize a cluttered room? An hour into our first session, my naivety was quickly revealed: you reduced what I could have spent days working on into a few short hours. What a mistake it would have been for me to sort the clutter on my own, or to postpone it again. Thanks again for your help, Ruth!
Steve A.Salt Lake City, Utah
I feel freer and lighter! I was in need of help~ someone to help me declutter and sort my house out. I found Ruth and she came in and went room by room helping me with everything I needed. Best thing that happened to me this year!
Elle Y.Salt Lake City, UT