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Discover how you can live safely and comfortably by transforming your living space into a lifelong home. Additionally, visit our <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2020/homefit-guide.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AARP HomeFit Guide</a></span></span>, designed to assist individuals in renovating their homes to ensure they are suitable for themselves and others in their household, regardless of age. Learn how individuals and families can make their current or future residence more aging-friendly.<br><br><b><u>Event Details:</u></b></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/e5/81/908d90eb4916840d0ac00a31691c/5-principles.jpg" alt="5 Principles.jpg" width="361" height="263" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Five Basic Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized: April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a brief Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>REGISTER: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized</a></span></span><br><br>Discover the Five Basic Organizing Principles and solutions to common challenges: what it truly means to be organized, how organized living saves you time, money, space, and energy, the best methods to organize and declutter your spaces, and how to create a home and life you’ll love overall.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/80/fd/8fcecb1e4e87b28720e540feab2e/organize-make-decisions.jpg" alt="Organize Make Decisions.jpg" width="367" height="250" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>What Stays and What Goes? (An Organizer's Guide to Making Decisions): April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>6 p.m. to 7 p.m.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to make thoughtful decisions about what to keep in your spaces and what to let go. Dispel the myth that professional organizers want you to discard everything and establish a clear vision for your space. Additionally, discover the importance of utilizing “Prime Real Estate” areas effectively.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/4f/67/364f7eec44c781ab2df5de7b565b/manage-your-paper.jpg" alt="Manage Your Paper.jpg" width="441" height="305" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>How to Manage Your Paper (Without Losing Your Mind!): April 9, 2025 | </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to efficiently manage everyday paperwork and conquer the “paper beast” (including where to start). Discover how to quickly handle everyday mail, create a "Command Center" for managing short-term, active paperwork, and organize your papers for simpler decision-making.<br><br>Want to shred with AARP New York? Join us for free shredding events to help protect yourself from identity theft – learn more and register here: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://local.aarp.org/news/free-shredding-events-across-new-york-fight-fraud-shred-it-ny-2024-02-01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://local.aarp.org/news/free-shredding-events-across-new-york-fight-fraud-shred-it-ny-2024-02-01.html</a></span></span><br><br><b>Stay Connected with AARP New York on:</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPNY" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT7tQwiV36znIBkbpId-90Q" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.instagram.com/aarpny/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://twitter.com/AARPNY" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/aarp-new-york" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">LinkedIn</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@aarpny" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">TikTok</a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://npmcdn.com/flickity@2/dist/flickity.pkgd.min.js"></script> <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.d703996ba6a992470f9f7fa2170736df.gz.js"></script> <link class="Webpack-css" rel="stylesheet" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.2cef3303b65f09149a6db29044f033cb.gz.css"> <!-- <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> --> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 325px; max-height: 325px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP members and guests are invited to our three-part <b>Declutter Your Home NOW</b>! virtual series with local decluttering and organizing presenters.<br><br>Start enjoying your home instead of letting it become a source of stress! Discover how you can live safely and comfortably by transforming your living space into a lifelong home. Additionally, visit our <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2020/homefit-guide.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AARP HomeFit Guide</a></span></span>, designed to assist individuals in renovating their homes to ensure they are suitable for themselves and others in their household, regardless of age. Learn how individuals and families can make their current or future residence more aging-friendly.<br><br><b><u>Event Details:</u></b></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/e5/81/908d90eb4916840d0ac00a31691c/5-principles.jpg" alt="5 Principles.jpg" width="361" height="263" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Five Basic Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized: April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a brief Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>REGISTER: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized</a></span></span><br><br>Discover the Five Basic Organizing Principles and solutions to common challenges: what it truly means to be organized, how organized living saves you time, money, space, and energy, the best methods to organize and declutter your spaces, and how to create a home and life you’ll love overall.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/80/fd/8fcecb1e4e87b28720e540feab2e/organize-make-decisions.jpg" alt="Organize Make Decisions.jpg" width="367" height="250" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>What Stays and What Goes? (An Organizer's Guide to Making Decisions): April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>6 p.m. to 7 p.m.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to make thoughtful decisions about what to keep in your spaces and what to let go. Dispel the myth that professional organizers want you to discard everything and establish a clear vision for your space. 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">Declutter Your Home Now Series!</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 03/14/25 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/92/ee/9971434643e5b830cd56ecec40cb/gettyimages-1309875070.jpg" alt="GettyImages-1309875070.jpg" width="2121" height="1414" style="height: auto; max-width: 325px; max-height: 325px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP members and guests are invited to our three-part <b>Declutter Your Home NOW</b>! virtual series with local decluttering and organizing presenters.<br><br>Start enjoying your home instead of letting it become a source of stress! Discover how you can live safely and comfortably by transforming your living space into a lifelong home. Additionally, visit our <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2020/homefit-guide.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AARP HomeFit Guide</a></span></span>, designed to assist individuals in renovating their homes to ensure they are suitable for themselves and others in their household, regardless of age. Learn how individuals and families can make their current or future residence more aging-friendly.<br><br><b><u>Event Details:</u></b></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/e5/81/908d90eb4916840d0ac00a31691c/5-principles.jpg" alt="5 Principles.jpg" width="361" height="263" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Five Basic Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized: April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a brief Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>REGISTER: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized</a></span></span><br><br>Discover the Five Basic Organizing Principles and solutions to common challenges: what it truly means to be organized, how organized living saves you time, money, space, and energy, the best methods to organize and declutter your spaces, and how to create a home and life you’ll love overall.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/80/fd/8fcecb1e4e87b28720e540feab2e/organize-make-decisions.jpg" alt="Organize Make Decisions.jpg" width="367" height="250" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>What Stays and What Goes? 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Discover how you can live safely and comfortably by transforming your living space into a lifelong home. Additionally, visit our <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2020/homefit-guide.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AARP HomeFit Guide</a></span></span>, designed to assist individuals in renovating their homes to ensure they are suitable for themselves and others in their household, regardless of age. Learn how individuals and families can make their current or future residence more aging-friendly.<br><br><b><u>Event Details:</u></b></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/e5/81/908d90eb4916840d0ac00a31691c/5-principles.jpg" alt="5 Principles.jpg" width="361" height="263" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Five Basic Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized: April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a brief Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>REGISTER: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized</a></span></span><br><br>Discover the Five Basic Organizing Principles and solutions to common challenges: what it truly means to be organized, how organized living saves you time, money, space, and energy, the best methods to organize and declutter your spaces, and how to create a home and life you’ll love overall.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/80/fd/8fcecb1e4e87b28720e540feab2e/organize-make-decisions.jpg" alt="Organize Make Decisions.jpg" width="367" height="250" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>What Stays and What Goes? (An Organizer's Guide to Making Decisions): April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>6 p.m. to 7 p.m.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to make thoughtful decisions about what to keep in your spaces and what to let go. Dispel the myth that professional organizers want you to discard everything and establish a clear vision for your space. Additionally, discover the importance of utilizing “Prime Real Estate” areas effectively.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/4f/67/364f7eec44c781ab2df5de7b565b/manage-your-paper.jpg" alt="Manage Your Paper.jpg" width="441" height="305" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>How to Manage Your Paper (Without Losing Your Mind!): April 9, 2025 | </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to efficiently manage everyday paperwork and conquer the “paper beast” (including where to start). Discover how to quickly handle everyday mail, create a "Command Center" for managing short-term, active paperwork, and organize your papers for simpler decision-making.<br><br>Want to shred with AARP New York? 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">Declutter Your Home Now Series!</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 03/14/25 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/92/ee/9971434643e5b830cd56ecec40cb/gettyimages-1309875070.jpg" alt="GettyImages-1309875070.jpg" width="2121" height="1414" style="height: auto; max-width: 325px; max-height: 325px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP members and guests are invited to our three-part <b>Declutter Your Home NOW</b>! virtual series with local decluttering and organizing presenters.<br><br>Start enjoying your home instead of letting it become a source of stress! Discover how you can live safely and comfortably by transforming your living space into a lifelong home. Additionally, visit our <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2020/homefit-guide.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AARP HomeFit Guide</a></span></span>, designed to assist individuals in renovating their homes to ensure they are suitable for themselves and others in their household, regardless of age. Learn how individuals and families can make their current or future residence more aging-friendly.<br><br><b><u>Event Details:</u></b></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/e5/81/908d90eb4916840d0ac00a31691c/5-principles.jpg" alt="5 Principles.jpg" width="361" height="263" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Five Basic Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized: April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a brief Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>REGISTER: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized</a></span></span><br><br>Discover the Five Basic Organizing Principles and solutions to common challenges: what it truly means to be organized, how organized living saves you time, money, space, and energy, the best methods to organize and declutter your spaces, and how to create a home and life you’ll love overall.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/80/fd/8fcecb1e4e87b28720e540feab2e/organize-make-decisions.jpg" alt="Organize Make Decisions.jpg" width="367" height="250" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>What Stays and What Goes? (An Organizer's Guide to Making Decisions): April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>6 p.m. to 7 p.m.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to make thoughtful decisions about what to keep in your spaces and what to let go. Dispel the myth that professional organizers want you to discard everything and establish a clear vision for your space. Additionally, discover the importance of utilizing “Prime Real Estate” areas effectively.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/4f/67/364f7eec44c781ab2df5de7b565b/manage-your-paper.jpg" alt="Manage Your Paper.jpg" width="441" height="305" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>How to Manage Your Paper (Without Losing Your Mind!): April 9, 2025 | </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to efficiently manage everyday paperwork and conquer the “paper beast” (including where to start). Discover how to quickly handle everyday mail, create a "Command Center" for managing short-term, active paperwork, and organize your papers for simpler decision-making.<br><br>Want to shred with AARP New York? 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Discover how you can live safely and comfortably by transforming your living space into a lifelong home. Additionally, visit our <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2020/homefit-guide.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AARP HomeFit Guide</a></span></span>, designed to assist individuals in renovating their homes to ensure they are suitable for themselves and others in their household, regardless of age. 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">Declutter Your Home Now Series!</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 03/14/25 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/92/ee/9971434643e5b830cd56ecec40cb/gettyimages-1309875070.jpg" alt="GettyImages-1309875070.jpg" width="2121" height="1414" style="height: auto; max-width: 325px; max-height: 325px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP members and guests are invited to our three-part <b>Declutter Your Home NOW</b>! virtual series with local decluttering and organizing presenters.<br><br>Start enjoying your home instead of letting it become a source of stress! Discover how you can live safely and comfortably by transforming your living space into a lifelong home. Additionally, visit our <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2020/homefit-guide.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AARP HomeFit Guide</a></span></span>, designed to assist individuals in renovating their homes to ensure they are suitable for themselves and others in their household, regardless of age. Learn how individuals and families can make their current or future residence more aging-friendly.<br><br><b><u>Event Details:</u></b></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/e5/81/908d90eb4916840d0ac00a31691c/5-principles.jpg" alt="5 Principles.jpg" width="361" height="263" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Five Basic Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized: April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a brief Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>REGISTER: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized</a></span></span><br><br>Discover the Five Basic Organizing Principles and solutions to common challenges: what it truly means to be organized, how organized living saves you time, money, space, and energy, the best methods to organize and declutter your spaces, and how to create a home and life you’ll love overall.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/80/fd/8fcecb1e4e87b28720e540feab2e/organize-make-decisions.jpg" alt="Organize Make Decisions.jpg" width="367" height="250" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>What Stays and What Goes? (An Organizer's Guide to Making Decisions): April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>6 p.m. to 7 p.m.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to make thoughtful decisions about what to keep in your spaces and what to let go. Dispel the myth that professional organizers want you to discard everything and establish a clear vision for your space. Additionally, discover the importance of utilizing “Prime Real Estate” areas effectively.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/4f/67/364f7eec44c781ab2df5de7b565b/manage-your-paper.jpg" alt="Manage Your Paper.jpg" width="441" height="305" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>How to Manage Your Paper (Without Losing Your Mind!): April 9, 2025 | </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to efficiently manage everyday paperwork and conquer the “paper beast” (including where to start). Discover how to quickly handle everyday mail, create a "Command Center" for managing short-term, active paperwork, and organize your papers for simpler decision-making.<br><br>Want to shred with AARP New York? 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Discover how you can live safely and comfortably by transforming your living space into a lifelong home. Additionally, visit our <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2020/homefit-guide.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AARP HomeFit Guide</a></span></span>, designed to assist individuals in renovating their homes to ensure they are suitable for themselves and others in their household, regardless of age. 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Discover how to quickly handle everyday mail, create a "Command Center" for managing short-term, active paperwork, and organize your papers for simpler decision-making.<br><br>Want to shred with AARP New York? 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AARP members and guests are invited to our three-part Declutter Your Home NOW! virtual series with local decluttering and organizing presenters.
Start enjoying your home instead of letting it become a source of stress! Discover how you can live safely and comfortably by transforming your living space into a lifelong home. Additionally, visit our AARP HomeFit Guide, designed to assist individuals in renovating their homes to ensure they are suitable for themselves and others in their household, regardless of age. Learn how individuals and families can make their current or future residence more aging-friendly.
Event Details:
Five Basic Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized: April 8, 2025| 11 a.m. to 12 noon
A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a brief Q&A (15 mins).
REGISTER: https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized
Discover the Five Basic Organizing Principles and solutions to common challenges: what it truly means to be organized, how organized living saves you time, money, space, and energy, the best methods to organize and declutter your spaces, and how to create a home and life you’ll love overall.
What Stays and What Goes? (An Organizer's Guide to Making Decisions): April 8, 2025| 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).
Register: https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes
Learn how to make thoughtful decisions about what to keep in your spaces and what to let go. Dispel the myth that professional organizers want you to discard everything and establish a clear vision for your space. Additionally, discover the importance of utilizing “Prime Real Estate” areas effectively.
How to Manage Your Paper (Without Losing Your Mind!): April 9, 2025 | 11 a.m. to 12 noon.
A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).
Register: https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind
Learn how to efficiently manage everyday paperwork and conquer the “paper beast” (including where to start). Discover how to quickly handle everyday mail, create a "Command Center" for managing short-term, active paperwork, and organize your papers for simpler decision-making.
Want to shred with AARP New York? Join us for free shredding events to help protect yourself from identity theft – learn more and register here: https://local.aarp.org/news/free-shredding-events-across-new-york-fight-fraud-shred-it-ny-2024-02-01.html
Stay Connected with AARP New York on:
Facebook | YouTube | Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | TikTok
Monday, Mar 17, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. CT
YouTube and TV
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Tuesday, Mar 18, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. CT
Zoom
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Thursday, Mar 20, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. CT
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Discover how you can live safely and comfortably by transforming your living space into a lifelong home. Additionally, visit our <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2020/homefit-guide.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AARP HomeFit Guide</a></span></span>, designed to assist individuals in renovating their homes to ensure they are suitable for themselves and others in their household, regardless of age. Learn how individuals and families can make their current or future residence more aging-friendly.<br><br><b><u>Event Details:</u></b></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/e5/81/908d90eb4916840d0ac00a31691c/5-principles.jpg" alt="5 Principles.jpg" width="361" height="263" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Five Basic Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized: April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a brief Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>REGISTER: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized</a></span></span><br><br>Discover the Five Basic Organizing Principles and solutions to common challenges: what it truly means to be organized, how organized living saves you time, money, space, and energy, the best methods to organize and declutter your spaces, and how to create a home and life you’ll love overall.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/80/fd/8fcecb1e4e87b28720e540feab2e/organize-make-decisions.jpg" alt="Organize Make Decisions.jpg" width="367" height="250" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>What Stays and What Goes? (An Organizer's Guide to Making Decisions): April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>6 p.m. to 7 p.m.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to make thoughtful decisions about what to keep in your spaces and what to let go. Dispel the myth that professional organizers want you to discard everything and establish a clear vision for your space. 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Discover how you can live safely and comfortably by transforming your living space into a lifelong home. Additionally, visit our <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2020/homefit-guide.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AARP HomeFit Guide</a></span></span>, designed to assist individuals in renovating their homes to ensure they are suitable for themselves and others in their household, regardless of age. Learn how individuals and families can make their current or future residence more aging-friendly.<br><br><b><u>Event Details:</u></b></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/e5/81/908d90eb4916840d0ac00a31691c/5-principles.jpg" alt="5 Principles.jpg" width="361" height="263" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Five Basic Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized: April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a brief Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>REGISTER: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized</a></span></span><br><br>Discover the Five Basic Organizing Principles and solutions to common challenges: what it truly means to be organized, how organized living saves you time, money, space, and energy, the best methods to organize and declutter your spaces, and how to create a home and life you’ll love overall.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/80/fd/8fcecb1e4e87b28720e540feab2e/organize-make-decisions.jpg" alt="Organize Make Decisions.jpg" width="367" height="250" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>What Stays and What Goes? (An Organizer's Guide to Making Decisions): April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>6 p.m. to 7 p.m.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to make thoughtful decisions about what to keep in your spaces and what to let go. Dispel the myth that professional organizers want you to discard everything and establish a clear vision for your space. 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Discover how to quickly handle everyday mail, create a "Command Center" for managing short-term, active paperwork, and organize your papers for simpler decision-making.<br><br>Want to shred with AARP New York? 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">Declutter Your Home Now Series!</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 03/14/25 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="center"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/92/ee/9971434643e5b830cd56ecec40cb/gettyimages-1309875070.jpg" alt="GettyImages-1309875070.jpg" width="2121" height="1414" style="height: auto; max-width: 325px; max-height: 325px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP members and guests are invited to our three-part <b>Declutter Your Home NOW</b>! virtual series with local decluttering and organizing presenters.<br><br>Start enjoying your home instead of letting it become a source of stress! Discover how you can live safely and comfortably by transforming your living space into a lifelong home. Additionally, visit our <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2020/homefit-guide.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AARP HomeFit Guide</a></span></span>, designed to assist individuals in renovating their homes to ensure they are suitable for themselves and others in their household, regardless of age. Learn how individuals and families can make their current or future residence more aging-friendly.<br><br><b><u>Event Details:</u></b></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/e5/81/908d90eb4916840d0ac00a31691c/5-principles.jpg" alt="5 Principles.jpg" width="361" height="263" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Five Basic Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized: April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a brief Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>REGISTER: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized</a></span></span><br><br>Discover the Five Basic Organizing Principles and solutions to common challenges: what it truly means to be organized, how organized living saves you time, money, space, and energy, the best methods to organize and declutter your spaces, and how to create a home and life you’ll love overall.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/80/fd/8fcecb1e4e87b28720e540feab2e/organize-make-decisions.jpg" alt="Organize Make Decisions.jpg" width="367" height="250" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>What Stays and What Goes? (An Organizer's Guide to Making Decisions): April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>6 p.m. to 7 p.m.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to make thoughtful decisions about what to keep in your spaces and what to let go. Dispel the myth that professional organizers want you to discard everything and establish a clear vision for your space. Additionally, discover the importance of utilizing “Prime Real Estate” areas effectively.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/4f/67/364f7eec44c781ab2df5de7b565b/manage-your-paper.jpg" alt="Manage Your Paper.jpg" width="441" height="305" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>How to Manage Your Paper (Without Losing Your Mind!): April 9, 2025 | </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to efficiently manage everyday paperwork and conquer the “paper beast” (including where to start). Discover how to quickly handle everyday mail, create a "Command Center" for managing short-term, active paperwork, and organize your papers for simpler decision-making.<br><br>Want to shred with AARP New York? Join us for free shredding events to help protect yourself from identity theft – learn more and register here: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://local.aarp.org/news/free-shredding-events-across-new-york-fight-fraud-shred-it-ny-2024-02-01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://local.aarp.org/news/free-shredding-events-across-new-york-fight-fraud-shred-it-ny-2024-02-01.html</a></span></span><br><br><b>Stay Connected with AARP New York on:</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPNY" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT7tQwiV36znIBkbpId-90Q" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.instagram.com/aarpny/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://twitter.com/AARPNY" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/aarp-new-york" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">LinkedIn</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@aarpny" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">TikTok</a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://npmcdn.com/flickity@2/dist/flickity.pkgd.min.js"></script> <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.d703996ba6a992470f9f7fa2170736df.gz.js"></script> <link class="Webpack-css" rel="stylesheet" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.2cef3303b65f09149a6db29044f033cb.gz.css"> <!-- <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> --> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 325px; max-height: 325px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP members and guests are invited to our three-part <b>Declutter Your Home NOW</b>! virtual series with local decluttering and organizing presenters.<br><br>Start enjoying your home instead of letting it become a source of stress! Discover how you can live safely and comfortably by transforming your living space into a lifelong home. Additionally, visit our <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2020/homefit-guide.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AARP HomeFit Guide</a></span></span>, designed to assist individuals in renovating their homes to ensure they are suitable for themselves and others in their household, regardless of age. Learn how individuals and families can make their current or future residence more aging-friendly.<br><br><b><u>Event Details:</u></b></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/e5/81/908d90eb4916840d0ac00a31691c/5-principles.jpg" alt="5 Principles.jpg" width="361" height="263" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Five Basic Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized: April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a brief Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>REGISTER: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized</a></span></span><br><br>Discover the Five Basic Organizing Principles and solutions to common challenges: what it truly means to be organized, how organized living saves you time, money, space, and energy, the best methods to organize and declutter your spaces, and how to create a home and life you’ll love overall.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/80/fd/8fcecb1e4e87b28720e540feab2e/organize-make-decisions.jpg" alt="Organize Make Decisions.jpg" width="367" height="250" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>What Stays and What Goes? (An Organizer's Guide to Making Decisions): April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>6 p.m. to 7 p.m.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to make thoughtful decisions about what to keep in your spaces and what to let go. Dispel the myth that professional organizers want you to discard everything and establish a clear vision for your space. 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Discover how you can live safely and comfortably by transforming your living space into a lifelong home. Additionally, visit our <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2020/homefit-guide.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AARP HomeFit Guide</a></span></span>, designed to assist individuals in renovating their homes to ensure they are suitable for themselves and others in their household, regardless of age. Learn how individuals and families can make their current or future residence more aging-friendly.<br><br><b><u>Event Details:</u></b></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/e5/81/908d90eb4916840d0ac00a31691c/5-principles.jpg" alt="5 Principles.jpg" width="361" height="263" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Five Basic Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized: April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a brief Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>REGISTER: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized</a></span></span><br><br>Discover the Five Basic Organizing Principles and solutions to common challenges: what it truly means to be organized, how organized living saves you time, money, space, and energy, the best methods to organize and declutter your spaces, and how to create a home and life you’ll love overall.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/80/fd/8fcecb1e4e87b28720e540feab2e/organize-make-decisions.jpg" alt="Organize Make Decisions.jpg" width="367" height="250" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>What Stays and What Goes? (An Organizer's Guide to Making Decisions): April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>6 p.m. to 7 p.m.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to make thoughtful decisions about what to keep in your spaces and what to let go. Dispel the myth that professional organizers want you to discard everything and establish a clear vision for your space. Additionally, discover the importance of utilizing “Prime Real Estate” areas effectively.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/4f/67/364f7eec44c781ab2df5de7b565b/manage-your-paper.jpg" alt="Manage Your Paper.jpg" width="441" height="305" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>How to Manage Your Paper (Without Losing Your Mind!): April 9, 2025 | </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to efficiently manage everyday paperwork and conquer the “paper beast” (including where to start). Discover how to quickly handle everyday mail, create a "Command Center" for managing short-term, active paperwork, and organize your papers for simpler decision-making.<br><br>Want to shred with AARP New York? Join us for free shredding events to help protect yourself from identity theft – learn more and register here: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://local.aarp.org/news/free-shredding-events-across-new-york-fight-fraud-shred-it-ny-2024-02-01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://local.aarp.org/news/free-shredding-events-across-new-york-fight-fraud-shred-it-ny-2024-02-01.html</a></span></span><br><br><b>Stay Connected with AARP New York on:</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPNY" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT7tQwiV36znIBkbpId-90Q" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.instagram.com/aarpny/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://twitter.com/AARPNY" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/aarp-new-york" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">LinkedIn</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@aarpny" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">TikTok</a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://npmcdn.com/flickity@2/dist/flickity.pkgd.min.js"></script> <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.d703996ba6a992470f9f7fa2170736df.gz.js"></script> <link class="Webpack-css" rel="stylesheet" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.2cef3303b65f09149a6db29044f033cb.gz.css"> <!-- <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> --> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 325px; max-height: 325px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP members and guests are invited to our three-part <b>Declutter Your Home NOW</b>! virtual series with local decluttering and organizing presenters.<br><br>Start enjoying your home instead of letting it become a source of stress! Discover how you can live safely and comfortably by transforming your living space into a lifelong home. Additionally, visit our <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2020/homefit-guide.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AARP HomeFit Guide</a></span></span>, designed to assist individuals in renovating their homes to ensure they are suitable for themselves and others in their household, regardless of age. Learn how individuals and families can make their current or future residence more aging-friendly.<br><br><b><u>Event Details:</u></b></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/e5/81/908d90eb4916840d0ac00a31691c/5-principles.jpg" alt="5 Principles.jpg" width="361" height="263" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Five Basic Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized: April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a brief Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>REGISTER: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized</a></span></span><br><br>Discover the Five Basic Organizing Principles and solutions to common challenges: what it truly means to be organized, how organized living saves you time, money, space, and energy, the best methods to organize and declutter your spaces, and how to create a home and life you’ll love overall.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/80/fd/8fcecb1e4e87b28720e540feab2e/organize-make-decisions.jpg" alt="Organize Make Decisions.jpg" width="367" height="250" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>What Stays and What Goes? (An Organizer's Guide to Making Decisions): April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>6 p.m. to 7 p.m.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to make thoughtful decisions about what to keep in your spaces and what to let go. Dispel the myth that professional organizers want you to discard everything and establish a clear vision for your space. 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Discover how you can live safely and comfortably by transforming your living space into a lifelong home. Additionally, visit our <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2020/homefit-guide.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AARP HomeFit Guide</a></span></span>, designed to assist individuals in renovating their homes to ensure they are suitable for themselves and others in their household, regardless of age. Learn how individuals and families can make their current or future residence more aging-friendly.<br><br><b><u>Event Details:</u></b></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/e5/81/908d90eb4916840d0ac00a31691c/5-principles.jpg" alt="5 Principles.jpg" width="361" height="263" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Five Basic Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized: April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a brief Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>REGISTER: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized</a></span></span><br><br>Discover the Five Basic Organizing Principles and solutions to common challenges: what it truly means to be organized, how organized living saves you time, money, space, and energy, the best methods to organize and declutter your spaces, and how to create a home and life you’ll love overall.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/80/fd/8fcecb1e4e87b28720e540feab2e/organize-make-decisions.jpg" alt="Organize Make Decisions.jpg" width="367" height="250" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>What Stays and What Goes? (An Organizer's Guide to Making Decisions): April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>6 p.m. to 7 p.m.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to make thoughtful decisions about what to keep in your spaces and what to let go. Dispel the myth that professional organizers want you to discard everything and establish a clear vision for your space. Additionally, discover the importance of utilizing “Prime Real Estate” areas effectively.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/4f/67/364f7eec44c781ab2df5de7b565b/manage-your-paper.jpg" alt="Manage Your Paper.jpg" width="441" height="305" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>How to Manage Your Paper (Without Losing Your Mind!): April 9, 2025 | </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to efficiently manage everyday paperwork and conquer the “paper beast” (including where to start). Discover how to quickly handle everyday mail, create a "Command Center" for managing short-term, active paperwork, and organize your papers for simpler decision-making.<br><br>Want to shred with AARP New York? Join us for free shredding events to help protect yourself from identity theft – learn more and register here: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://local.aarp.org/news/free-shredding-events-across-new-york-fight-fraud-shred-it-ny-2024-02-01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://local.aarp.org/news/free-shredding-events-across-new-york-fight-fraud-shred-it-ny-2024-02-01.html</a></span></span><br><br><b>Stay Connected with AARP New York on:</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPNY" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT7tQwiV36znIBkbpId-90Q" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.instagram.com/aarpny/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://twitter.com/AARPNY" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/aarp-new-york" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">LinkedIn</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@aarpny" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">TikTok</a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://npmcdn.com/flickity@2/dist/flickity.pkgd.min.js"></script> <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.d703996ba6a992470f9f7fa2170736df.gz.js"></script> <link class="Webpack-css" rel="stylesheet" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.2cef3303b65f09149a6db29044f033cb.gz.css"> <!-- <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> --> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 325px; max-height: 325px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP members and guests are invited to our three-part <b>Declutter Your Home NOW</b>! virtual series with local decluttering and organizing presenters.<br><br>Start enjoying your home instead of letting it become a source of stress! Discover how you can live safely and comfortably by transforming your living space into a lifelong home. Additionally, visit our <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2020/homefit-guide.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AARP HomeFit Guide</a></span></span>, designed to assist individuals in renovating their homes to ensure they are suitable for themselves and others in their household, regardless of age. Learn how individuals and families can make their current or future residence more aging-friendly.<br><br><b><u>Event Details:</u></b></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/e5/81/908d90eb4916840d0ac00a31691c/5-principles.jpg" alt="5 Principles.jpg" width="361" height="263" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Five Basic Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized: April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a brief Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>REGISTER: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized</a></span></span><br><br>Discover the Five Basic Organizing Principles and solutions to common challenges: what it truly means to be organized, how organized living saves you time, money, space, and energy, the best methods to organize and declutter your spaces, and how to create a home and life you’ll love overall.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/80/fd/8fcecb1e4e87b28720e540feab2e/organize-make-decisions.jpg" alt="Organize Make Decisions.jpg" width="367" height="250" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>What Stays and What Goes? (An Organizer's Guide to Making Decisions): April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>6 p.m. to 7 p.m.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to make thoughtful decisions about what to keep in your spaces and what to let go. Dispel the myth that professional organizers want you to discard everything and establish a clear vision for your space. 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Discover how you can live safely and comfortably by transforming your living space into a lifelong home. Additionally, visit our <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2020/homefit-guide.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AARP HomeFit Guide</a></span></span>, designed to assist individuals in renovating their homes to ensure they are suitable for themselves and others in their household, regardless of age. Learn how individuals and families can make their current or future residence more aging-friendly.<br><br><b><u>Event Details:</u></b></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/e5/81/908d90eb4916840d0ac00a31691c/5-principles.jpg" alt="5 Principles.jpg" width="361" height="263" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Five Basic Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized: April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a brief Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>REGISTER: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized</a></span></span><br><br>Discover the Five Basic Organizing Principles and solutions to common challenges: what it truly means to be organized, how organized living saves you time, money, space, and energy, the best methods to organize and declutter your spaces, and how to create a home and life you’ll love overall.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/80/fd/8fcecb1e4e87b28720e540feab2e/organize-make-decisions.jpg" alt="Organize Make Decisions.jpg" width="367" height="250" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>What Stays and What Goes? (An Organizer's Guide to Making Decisions): April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>6 p.m. to 7 p.m.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to make thoughtful decisions about what to keep in your spaces and what to let go. Dispel the myth that professional organizers want you to discard everything and establish a clear vision for your space. Additionally, discover the importance of utilizing “Prime Real Estate” areas effectively.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/4f/67/364f7eec44c781ab2df5de7b565b/manage-your-paper.jpg" alt="Manage Your Paper.jpg" width="441" height="305" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>How to Manage Your Paper (Without Losing Your Mind!): April 9, 2025 | </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to efficiently manage everyday paperwork and conquer the “paper beast” (including where to start). Discover how to quickly handle everyday mail, create a "Command Center" for managing short-term, active paperwork, and organize your papers for simpler decision-making.<br><br>Want to shred with AARP New York? Join us for free shredding events to help protect yourself from identity theft – learn more and register here: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://local.aarp.org/news/free-shredding-events-across-new-york-fight-fraud-shred-it-ny-2024-02-01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://local.aarp.org/news/free-shredding-events-across-new-york-fight-fraud-shred-it-ny-2024-02-01.html</a></span></span><br><br><b>Stay Connected with AARP New York on:</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPNY" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT7tQwiV36znIBkbpId-90Q" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.instagram.com/aarpny/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://twitter.com/AARPNY" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/aarp-new-york" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">LinkedIn</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@aarpny" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">TikTok</a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://npmcdn.com/flickity@2/dist/flickity.pkgd.min.js"></script> <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.d703996ba6a992470f9f7fa2170736df.gz.js"></script> <link class="Webpack-css" rel="stylesheet" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.2cef3303b65f09149a6db29044f033cb.gz.css"> <!-- <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> --> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 325px; max-height: 325px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP members and guests are invited to our three-part <b>Declutter Your Home NOW</b>! virtual series with local decluttering and organizing presenters.<br><br>Start enjoying your home instead of letting it become a source of stress! Discover how you can live safely and comfortably by transforming your living space into a lifelong home. Additionally, visit our <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2020/homefit-guide.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AARP HomeFit Guide</a></span></span>, designed to assist individuals in renovating their homes to ensure they are suitable for themselves and others in their household, regardless of age. Learn how individuals and families can make their current or future residence more aging-friendly.<br><br><b><u>Event Details:</u></b></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/e5/81/908d90eb4916840d0ac00a31691c/5-principles.jpg" alt="5 Principles.jpg" width="361" height="263" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Five Basic Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized: April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a brief Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>REGISTER: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized</a></span></span><br><br>Discover the Five Basic Organizing Principles and solutions to common challenges: what it truly means to be organized, how organized living saves you time, money, space, and energy, the best methods to organize and declutter your spaces, and how to create a home and life you’ll love overall.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/80/fd/8fcecb1e4e87b28720e540feab2e/organize-make-decisions.jpg" alt="Organize Make Decisions.jpg" width="367" height="250" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>What Stays and What Goes? (An Organizer's Guide to Making Decisions): April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>6 p.m. to 7 p.m.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to make thoughtful decisions about what to keep in your spaces and what to let go. Dispel the myth that professional organizers want you to discard everything and establish a clear vision for your space. 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Discover how you can live safely and comfortably by transforming your living space into a lifelong home. Additionally, visit our <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2020/homefit-guide.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AARP HomeFit Guide</a></span></span>, designed to assist individuals in renovating their homes to ensure they are suitable for themselves and others in their household, regardless of age. Learn how individuals and families can make their current or future residence more aging-friendly.<br><br><b><u>Event Details:</u></b></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/e5/81/908d90eb4916840d0ac00a31691c/5-principles.jpg" alt="5 Principles.jpg" width="361" height="263" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Five Basic Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized: April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a brief Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>REGISTER: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized</a></span></span><br><br>Discover the Five Basic Organizing Principles and solutions to common challenges: what it truly means to be organized, how organized living saves you time, money, space, and energy, the best methods to organize and declutter your spaces, and how to create a home and life you’ll love overall.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/80/fd/8fcecb1e4e87b28720e540feab2e/organize-make-decisions.jpg" alt="Organize Make Decisions.jpg" width="367" height="250" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>What Stays and What Goes? (An Organizer's Guide to Making Decisions): April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>6 p.m. to 7 p.m.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to make thoughtful decisions about what to keep in your spaces and what to let go. Dispel the myth that professional organizers want you to discard everything and establish a clear vision for your space. Additionally, discover the importance of utilizing “Prime Real Estate” areas effectively.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/4f/67/364f7eec44c781ab2df5de7b565b/manage-your-paper.jpg" alt="Manage Your Paper.jpg" width="441" height="305" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>How to Manage Your Paper (Without Losing Your Mind!): April 9, 2025 | </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/ManageYourPaperWithoutLosingYourMind</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to efficiently manage everyday paperwork and conquer the “paper beast” (including where to start). Discover how to quickly handle everyday mail, create a "Command Center" for managing short-term, active paperwork, and organize your papers for simpler decision-making.<br><br>Want to shred with AARP New York? Join us for free shredding events to help protect yourself from identity theft – learn more and register here: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://local.aarp.org/news/free-shredding-events-across-new-york-fight-fraud-shred-it-ny-2024-02-01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://local.aarp.org/news/free-shredding-events-across-new-york-fight-fraud-shred-it-ny-2024-02-01.html</a></span></span><br><br><b>Stay Connected with AARP New York on:</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPNY" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT7tQwiV36znIBkbpId-90Q" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.instagram.com/aarpny/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://twitter.com/AARPNY" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/aarp-new-york" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">LinkedIn</a></span></span> | <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@aarpny" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">TikTok</a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://npmcdn.com/flickity@2/dist/flickity.pkgd.min.js"></script> <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.d703996ba6a992470f9f7fa2170736df.gz.js"></script> <link class="Webpack-css" rel="stylesheet" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.2cef3303b65f09149a6db29044f033cb.gz.css"> <!-- <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> --> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; 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max-width: 325px; max-height: 325px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>AARP members and guests are invited to our three-part <b>Declutter Your Home NOW</b>! virtual series with local decluttering and organizing presenters.<br><br>Start enjoying your home instead of letting it become a source of stress! Discover how you can live safely and comfortably by transforming your living space into a lifelong home. Additionally, visit our <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/housing/info-2020/homefit-guide.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">AARP HomeFit Guide</a></span></span>, designed to assist individuals in renovating their homes to ensure they are suitable for themselves and others in their household, regardless of age. Learn how individuals and families can make their current or future residence more aging-friendly.<br><br><b><u>Event Details:</u></b></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/e5/81/908d90eb4916840d0ac00a31691c/5-principles.jpg" alt="5 Principles.jpg" width="361" height="263" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Five Basic Principles for Getting (and Staying!) Organized: April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>11 a.m. to 12 noon</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a brief Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>REGISTER: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025GettingStayingOrganized</a></span></span><br><br>Discover the Five Basic Organizing Principles and solutions to common challenges: what it truly means to be organized, how organized living saves you time, money, space, and energy, the best methods to organize and declutter your spaces, and how to create a home and life you’ll love overall.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/80/fd/8fcecb1e4e87b28720e540feab2e/organize-make-decisions.jpg" alt="Organize Make Decisions.jpg" width="367" height="250" style="height: auto; max-width: 275px; max-height: 275px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>What Stays and What Goes? (An Organizer's Guide to Making Decisions): April 8, 2025| </b></a></span></span><b><u>6 p.m. to 7 p.m.</u></b><br><br>A one-hour organizing presentation followed by a short Q&A (15 mins).<br><br>Register: <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://events.aarp.org/2025WhatStaysWhatGoes</a></span></span><br><br>Learn how to make thoughtful decisions about what to keep in your spaces and what to let go. Dispel the myth that professional organizers want you to discard everything and establish a clear vision for your space. 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