Resources

“One person’s trash is another person’s treasure”

Using your clutter to help others…

You can quickly drop off your clutter at one of the following respected charities:

• Renaissance Montreal: 100% of donations support job training programs followed by hundreds of people each year.
• Chainon: Profits from second hand store help support the Chaînon shelter for women in need.
• The Salvation Army: Provides many services to people in need.
• Sun Youth: Promotes physical, social and intellectual development through education, sports and recreation.
• La maison du père: Offering support services to homeless men.

Other places to donate items that can enjoy a second life:

• Daycares
• Theatre schools
• Libraries
• Schools

Disposing of useless clutter and dangerous waste responsibly…

• Éco-Centre Montreal: Will accept and dispose of waste such as; non-working appliances, electronics, lightbulbs, batteries, old paint cans, and worn tires.
• Quebec EPRA (Electronic Products Recycling Association)
• Municipalities: Follow the link to check your local municipality details or phone 311.
• Many stores now offer drop-off for batteries, lightbulbs, electronics, paint cans including Ikea, Rona, Jean Coutu, Bell, Best Buy, Bureau en Gros.

Useful links for more information…

• Alzheimer Society of Canada
• Action on Mental Illness Quebec
• Canadian ADHD Resource Alliance
• CHADD (Children and Adults with ADHD)
• Clutter Hoarding Scale
• ICD (Institute for Challenging Disorganization) free fact sheets for the public. Topics include;
  • Chronic Disorganization (many subjects related to CD)
  • Should I Hire a Professional Organizer or Work with a Friend?
  • How do I find a Professional Organizer that’s right for me?
• NASMM (National Association of Senior Move Managers)
• OCD resources (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)