We love what we do and are told that it shows! Our clients tell us they appreciate that we are nonjudgmental, confidential and professional in our work. We strive to make the organizing process enjoyable.

"The whole experience was terrific, from my first contact to the home visits.  I had many areas in my home I wanted to tackle, but the consultants helped me to prioritize which areas would make the most difference in how I felt in my house.  We started with the bedroom and our study, which were both disaster areas.  Now, after two sessions, we've made the shift from being basically disorganized in those rooms and feeling despair, to having systems in place that make it a pleasure to keep neat and tidy.  It has really changed how we live day to day, and made our house a much more welcoming place.  We can now leave our bedroom doors open when company is over!"
Jen Small
Chicago 

“Linda provides an invaluable service that has impacted my ability to enjoy my house, as well as my work space. I have been become more efficient, and have a better sense of well-being because of her efforts. Its not just organization: Its Linda's non-judgmental, goal-oriented, and warm manner that facilitate her magic. I am thrilled that someone like Linda is available and hope to use her services for many years to come.”
Judy Katz
Deerfield

"DeeDee and Lisa have been godsends to me and my home.  It is the greatest feeling in the world to be able to find things again!  I consider this project a great investment that will reap endless positive returns, for which I will not only have an organized home, but I will also have the tools to keep it organized.  Thank you so much!"
Debbie
Buffalo Grove

 “When I started with Altogether Organized, I was concerned that I would be embarrassed in asking for help, However, the process was such that I was strengthened and respected. Lisa was tremendously resourceful and creative in solving problems and finding solutions. In addition, she was extremely sensitive to my needs, and while she often guided me to the path ahead, I was never pushed. When I felt at a loss in not knowing how to “do things right” Lisa was very supportive and respectful, I felt that I was being assisted by a friend – a very knowledgeable, professional, considerate and delightful friend.”
Jewell Gregory
Glenview

 "I was feeling so overwhelmed by the many piles of papers (bills, notes from school, invitations to respond to, bank statements etc.) constantly coming in , stacked in different ways hoping I'd remember what was what, but with no "Home" for them.  DeeDee worked with me to devise a system that made sense to my lifestyle and created "homes" for all of my (and my children's) papers.  There is now a place for everything and everything has its place!  I am eternally grateful!"

Heidi Z., Wilmette

"'Awesome' -- that was my son's surprised comment when I walked him into his room yesterday.  It looks great and he really feels good about what we did.  SO do I!"
J.W.
Deerfield

"Altogether Organized is amazing! They completely reorganized our storage room with their innovative layout ideas. Lisa Gruchot has helped me numerous times with my children's rooms, their toys and our master closet. She can transform an area quickly and thoroughly. Her pleasant personality makes her a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend Altogether Organized and will definitely call them again!"
Ann F.
Lake Forest, IL

“DeeDee’s help created a dramatic transformation to my bedroom area which had become out of control. She helped to restore order and function and brought an amazing improvement to the quality of my lifestyle. You can really be proud of the work you and your organizers do and the difference that you make in the lives of your clients.”
Kathleen M.

“It was truly a pleasure to work with Lisa. I am really enjoying my newfound, well-organized space. The best thing about organizing is freeing your mind to think of other things besides where you last saw something that you need! If I regress, I'll be back :) !”
Terri Lorenz
Wilmette
 

“After accumulating years of papers and receipts that I thought were 'important' and filing them in more than one location, I thought the job of organizing my papers would take hours and be terribly painful. Linda made the task seem almost effortless and believe it or not... FUN! She knows what she is doing, and does not waste time getting to the job at hand. I recommend Altogether Organized for anyone who knows what they need in organization, but doesn't think they have the time or fortitude to do it alone.”
L.B.
Highland Park
 

“Linda rescued me from chaos. She helped me establish systems for efficient functioning and to maintain a comfortable level of order in my home.”
Deanne Gibbs-Brown
Libertyville
 

“I can’t thank you enough for helping me get organized. You’ve made sense of all the things I was having trouble getting a handle on. Your ideas, patience and sense of humor have helped to make torturous chores tolerable. Thanks again.”
Missie Bender
Glencoe
 

“Linda did an outstanding job of helping me organize my basement, kitchen and child’s room. She works quickly and efficiently. Her systems make it easy to maintain a clutter-free environment.”
M.G.
Highland Park
 

“My husband and I have learned life changing habits from Linda Goldman. My children are also learning from our new habits to let go of too many material items and make way for space. We have broken the pack rat chain!!”
Jody Franson
Wilmette
 

“Altogether Organized is the best investment I have ever made. They have taken a very complex office in which it was almost impossible to find anything and immediately improved it so much that I save hours of time. This is definitely a feel-good expense because I always feel better after each meeting.”
E.G.
Highland Park
 

“How do you transform a gloomy storage room inside a landmarked school? A room so stuffed with potential “art stuff” that the human eye could not see the floor? Call Linda at Altogether Organized and watch a disaster turn into a creative spot for storage and future projects. The bonus was Linda smiled throughout the entire process.”
Sheri Lucterhand
Elementary School Art Teacher
 

“If you are ready to “get organized“ and you want to do it with efficiency, fun and great professional guidance then call Linda Goldman. She is the best!”
Debra High Altschul
Northfield
 

“We are still in awe of the way you not only turned what had become a 'storeroom' back into an inviting Guest Room, but also transformed our Living Room and Dining Room back into rooms in which it is a pleasure to entertain! And you did all this in only a matter of hours! Even if we’d taken before and after pictures no one would believe them.“
W.R.
Highland Park
 

“I would like to thank you for all the help you gave me in organizing my 'messy' office. After 5 years of just stacking papers in piles, with your system I can now find things in my files and drawers.”
P.E.
Lincolnwood
 

“Linda makes you feel right at home-like you have known her for years. She helped us with our paper trail….her skills and knowledge are wonderful- simple and ready to apply rules to help stayed organized in the home.”
Michle Batz
Winthrop Harbor
 

“Linda Goldman of Altogether Organized is extremely helpful and warm and friendly in the process. She helped me so much to get set in my home. Through her I realized how important and fun organizing can be.”
C.O.B.
Chicago
 

“Moving parents in their 90's from a house they have lived in for 50 years was a daunting task. The house was full of so many memories, mementos and stuff, the task seemed almost insurmountable.

Mom needed to sort, donate, dispose and pack for a new home and we also had to prepare the house for showings and for a house sale. Egads! As mom became aware of the enormity of the challenge, the more overwhelmed she started to become. It was creating a great deal of anxiety until your team arrived on the scene.

I was impressed by so many things you did, but perhaps the one thing that impressed me the most was your kindness, patience and understanding of the emotional upheaval such a move entails. You treated mom with the utmost respect and so gently handled all those tough decisions. You never lost your patience, rushed her or forced her to make a decision. She so enjoyed working with you that I think she was sorry when the work was done!

Your professionalism and skill combined with your sensitivity to the situation made such a big difference. We couldn't ask for anything more. The move out was very successful as well as the move in. We could not have done it without you. Many thanks to you and your team.”
D.Stefan
Chicago
 

“Thank you so much for sending Lisa to help me organize my home. She was fantastic! She made it easy to sort through my piles and helped me from getting bogged down in the details. Also, she shared great ideas without being imposing. She definitely gave me the jumpstart that I needed and can't wait to have her back. We love Lisa!”
Katherine Gossard
Glenview
 

“I wish we owned a tiny Linda Goldman we could take out of the closet -- from a shelf she would have neatly arranged for the purpose -- and switch her on whenever we need her. She has totally changed the way we live. We now have places for all our stuff and so much less stuff! She helped us throw out years of things we didn't need and arrange and protect years of things we did need but often couldn't find. She is warm, thoughtful, empathetic and always smiling. She doesn't take over; she helps you do what you want done in a manner that suits you.”
Dr. Jeffrey Stern
Riverwoods
 

“Meeting and hiring Linda was one of the best things that happened to my home. She organized every room as well as my photographs from three generations of family. As a bonus, she is great to work with, making otherwise tedious chores, fun. I would not hesitate to recommend her services to anyone.”
Merle Simon
Bannockburn
 

“I am so thrilled with my purchase from Altogether Organized, it was worth every penny! Ridding myself of physical clutter helped me reduce my mental clutter making me feel more relaxed and less anxious in my home environment.”
Mona H. Berman MA, LPC
Psychotherapist Specializing in the Treatment of Anxiety Disorders
Northfield

 

“Linda Goldman has helped me transform my home -- from attic to basement -- into a well organized and more attractive place to live and work. She has implemented organizational systems that are easy to maintain in rooms throughout the house. I have recommended her enthusiastically to my friends.”
L.W.
Winnetka
 

“Altogether Organized helped me set up my home office in a way I could have never done alone. My time with them was by far the best investment I've made all year. By the time my day with the Altogether Organized team was over I was already managing my to-do list differently! I now have a home office with a totally customized, easy-to-maintain organization system. Altogether Organized also provided me with the training and tools to continue on my own. Thanks so much for your help--I'm already less stressed and can't wait to start the next room!”
Lynn Miller
Deerfield
 

“DeeDee was amazing. I couldn’t have asked for more!“
Joan Grossman
Realtor - Coldwell Banker
Deerfield, Illinois

 

“After just a few hours with you, my clutter is gone and everything seems to have a place. This has truly left me with a sense of clarity and calm. Thank you. Thank you.”
M.B.
Deerfield
 

“Linda is not only a great organizer with great ideas; she is also a pleasure to work with. The time we spent together organizing my entire home, flew by. We had so much fun it didn’t seem like work at all!”
Pam Ross
Glencoe
 

“Thank you so much for all your help the other day. I got so much out of our appointment. I'm really hoping I can work with you again, you were such a huge help. I've told everyone I know how helpful it was to work with a professional like you. Thanks again!”
R.H.
Barrington