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About
Combining her years of experience in project/office management with her super powers of organizing and decluttering Sarah founded New Chapter Transitions.
New Chapter Transitions assists others, seniors, retirees, empty nesters, divorcees, whomever is in need, through the process of decluttering, organizing, downsizing, and/or moving.
Sarah love her work helping others to live in and enjoy their space(s) taking away the stress from having too much clutter or disorganization. She is nonjudgmental and empathic towards all her clientele.
It is very important to New Chapter Transitions that the least amount of things go into a landfill so Sarah goes the extra mile to ensure that unwanted items find a good home.
Sarah is a member of NASMM (National Association of Senior & Specialty Move Managers) and NAPO (National Association of Productivity & Organizing Professionals). Sarah serves as a board member on the NAPO Oregon Chapter. She has training and certifications from both associations and is always continuing her education.
Overview
Hired 25 times
Serves Portland, OR
Background checked
1 employee
6 years in business
Business hours
SunClosedMon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, and Zelle.
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and value.
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Carl L.
Nov 17, 2024
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She isn't only helping us to down size and organize but teaching us HOW to keep organized and not fill up the space that we're creating by downsizing and organizing! And trust me when I say...it ain't easy!
Details: Space planning • Storage advice • Removal of unwanted items • Kitchen • Bedrooms • Less than 500 sq ft • Very unorganized
Home Organizing
Lori S.
May 25, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
I would recommend Sarah for any type of organizing help. She is energetic and focused with strategic ideas.
Details: Space planning • Closets • Less than 500 sq ft • Very unorganized
New Chapter Transitions's reply
Thank you Lori. Always a pleasure to work alongside you.
Home Organizing
Caleb M.
Jul 21, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack
I had a hard move where many boxes were damaged and I was unsure the state of my belongings. Sarah was excellent in helping me organize and unpack my kitchen, bedroom, as well as offer advice on furniture layout and what additional pieces could help improve the functionality of the space.
Details: Moving preparation • Space planning • Kitchen • Bedrooms • 1,000 - 1,500 sq ft • Very unorganized
Home Organizing
Laurel T.
Apr 18, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
In 2 sessions, she and I resolved over 1 year’s paperwork chaos. We found valuable docs, old bank statements to shred, my trust legal papers. She used to be a highly paid manager, but she gave it up to do this. Her friendly and relaxed personality took away my anxiety. She organized all filing to suit my needs and thinking style. Worth every penny spent!
Details: Paper management • In-home office • Less than 500 sq ft • Unorganized
New Chapter Transitions's reply
Thank you Laurel! It was a pleasure working alongside and I enjoy our conversations. Great job getting on top and in control of the ever multiplying papers.
Home Organizing
Vicky K.
Apr 13, 2022
Sarah recently helped me downsize for retirement and move cross country. My 2800 sq ft home was successfully reduced to to fit in my new small 1000 sq ft home—No easy feat. She asked smart questions and tailored a plan for my needs that was achievable. I received coaching sessions weekly via video, and she offered me many packing and moving tips. There were times when I really struggled letting go of items but she offered sage support balanced with a dose of reality when I needed it most. Sarah even made it fun. Did I mention we saved thousands in moving costs (from 15,000 lbs to 7,500 lbs!)?
New Chapter Transitions's reply
You did such a good job letting go of the things that you no longer had a need for, didn't love or just didn't even know why you had it :) I enjoyed the remote consultation too. You were such a pleasure to work with.
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Sarah Gomm
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My rate is $75/hr. with a minimum of 3 hrs., preferably 4 hrs. to accomplish the most before decision fatigue can set in. From time to time I may offer a package rate, e.g. with the purchase of 20 hours receive a 15% discount.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
It normally will begin with a 1-hour complimentary consultation at your home to discuss what are your needs and goals.
I offer many services including decluttering, sorting, organizing and downsizing, to space planning. I also help with packing, managing your move, and unpack and set up your new home. I can clear and clean out a home/estate and remove items to be donated/recycled and help prep to sell the home.
If you are interested in having an estate sale, I can help with that too! I work with exceptional people and local businesses who are experts in their fields including: cleaners, movers, estate sale professionals, realtors and stagers, so whatever additional services you may need, together we provide you/your loved one with a full-service package--from the start to the finish line.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am by profession a Senior Move & Transition Manager. I have completed all the required training courses and am working to become Certified through the National Association of Senior & Specialty Move Managers (NASMM). I am a member of NASMM and NAPO (National Association of Productivity & Professional Organizers) and serve on the Oregon NAPO Chapter board. I have completed the professional organizer course through the Institute of Professional Organizers.
I am always participating in various outlets soaking up more knowledge and share ideas with other Professional Organizers (PO) and Senior Move Managers (SMM) internationally.
