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April 25, 2011 - Ellen Hankes is interviewed for the article "Hoarder Continues to Dig Out" by Katy Healey in the Omaha World-Hearald and republished on Live Well Nebraska.

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Local Media Contact: Ellen Hankes
Address: 22054 Meadowview Pkwy., Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Phone: 712.256.7875 (days & evenings)
Email: ellen@calahansolutions.com
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Individuals Struggling with Hoarding in Iowa and Nebraska Have a Powerful Resource for Help

Professional Organizer, Ellen Hankes, Earns Hoarding Specialist Certificate

COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA –December 2, 2010 -- Professional Organizer Ellen Hankes, CPO-CD© of Calahan Solutions, Inc. has been named a Hoarding Specialist by the National Study Group on Chronic Disorganization (NSGCD).  Ms. Hankes is the first person in Iowa and Nebraska to earn the Hoarding Specialist certificate.

It is estimated that 4% of the population are compulsive hoarders, and countless family members, neighbors and friends are impacted by the hoarding behavior. Hoarding presents health and safety hazards for the resident and first responder as well as public health concerns.

Compulsive hoarding is characterized by

(1) the acquiring and failure to discard possessions with limited value,

(2) severely cluttered living spaces, and

(3) significant distress or impairment in functioning.

Requirements for the certificate include a preliminary Chronic Disorganization (CD) Specialist Certificate, completion of extensive educational requirements including reading, attending specified teleclasses, and passing an exam based on coursework and general knowledge of hoarding behaviors.

Bloomington, Illinois, based Calahan Solutions, Inc. works to ensure their consultants receive continuing education as professional organizers.  Hankes specializes in working with compulsive hoarders and individuals with moderate to severe organization issues.

“The Hoarding Specialist certificate takes months of dedication to earn and we are very proud of her achievement. We recognize that continuing education is vital to outstanding service for our clients. While Ellen has excelled in her efforts to serve the Omaha/Council Bluffs area, she has become a highly qualified resource person that is available for seminars and workshops,” stated Stephanie LH Calahan, founder of Calahan Solutions, Inc.

About The National Study Group on Chronic Disorganization: (www.nsgcd.org) The NSGCD is an international study group of professional organizers and related professionals that explore, create, and disseminate organizing methods, techniques, approaches, and solutions that benefit chronically disorganized people.

About Calahan Solutions, Inc.: (www.calahansolutions.com) is a premier productivity and organization consulting firm, serving national and local clients in corporate settings, small businesses and home-based operations.  Calahan Solutions, Inc. creates life-long transformations enabling you to create an environment of people, systems and structure that supports you to be more successful.  Through continued understanding of the diverse needs of their clients, Calahan Solutions, Inc. focuses on the mission of identifying solutions, big or small, that minimize stress, enhance productivity and maximize space through positive, sustainable change.  You don’t have to do it our way, because we help you find your way!™

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For more information Contact:

Local Media Contact: Ellen Hankes
Address: 22054 Meadowview Pkwy., Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Phone: 712.256.7875 (days & evenings)
Email: ellen@calahansolutions.com
Image: http://www.calahansolutions.net/download_images/index.html#consultants

Corporate Media Contact: Stephanie L. H. Calahan
Address: 8 Shoreline Court, Suite 100, Bloomington IL 61704
Phone: 309.825.7833 (days & evenings)
Email: media@calahansolutions.com
Website: www.CalahanSolutions.com
Media Room: www.CalahanSolutions.net

September 1, 2010 - Ellen Hankes is featured in Alzheimer's "Face the Day" Daily Nonpareil, Council Bluffs (Iowa USA)

April 10, 2010 - Ellen Hankes is interviewed.  "Southwest 8 Senior Services will offer its second Elder Rights Symposium - Working with Clients that Hoard”  Daily Nonpareil, Council Bluffs (Iowa USA)

March 12, 2010 - The Better Business Bureau Congratulates the 2010 Torch Award Nominees Because Ethics Matters - Calahan Solutions, Inc. receives multiple nominations.  View story (Illinois USA)

February 28, 2010 - Messy Desk Makeover: Expert tips on organizing your space By Chris Christen THE WORLD-HERALD (Nebraska USA)

February 21, 2010 - Ellen is selected by "Captain Clutter" for an office makeover. Omaha World-Herald (Nebraska USA) "FROM PILING TO FILING - Captain Clutter’s work begins in Messy Desk makeover" Download or Open PDF of Part 2

February 14, 2010 - Ellen is selected by "Captain Clutter" for an office makeover. Omaha World-Herald (Nebraska USA) "FROM PILING TO FILING - Captain Clutter’s work begins in Messy Desk makeover" Download or Open PDF of Part 1

NEWS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
 

Contact: Stephanie L. H. Calahan
A: 8 Shoreline Court, Suite 100, Bloomington IL 61704
T: 309.825.7833 (days & evenings)
F: 309.422.7665
E: media@calahansolutions.com
Event: www.AskTheExpertOrganizers.com

W: www.CalahanSolutions.com
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Getting Organized Has Never Been Easier - Announcing “The Great Organizing Giveaway™!”

  

Calahan Solutions, Inc. and Experts Across the Globe Provide Over 130 Resources F'ree of Charge

BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS -- January 25, 2010 -- It's Get Organized Month(sm).  In celebration, productivity and organization experts from around the globe have worked together to deliver the Great Organizing Giveaway™.  This unprecedented event provides over 130 f'ree resources such as:

• e-books
• tip sheets
• audio programs and transcripts
• video training
• personal productivity software
• organization consulting
• drawings for prizes

Seekers of organization and productivity wisdom can go to www.AskTheExpertOrganizers.com to access the giveaway.  Information is categorized into four main categories: your office/business, your time, your home and consulting & discount offers. 

 

Business professionals, parents and students will all find expert material that fits their personal productivity and organization needs.

 

“There are many outstanding resources available to consumers to help them get organized, but frequently people do not know where to find them or how to start.  Our solution was to get the resources available in one spot!” stated Stephanie LH Calahan, coordinator of the project and founder of Calahan Solutions, Inc.

 

For more information about Calahan Solutions, Inc. and the Great Organizing Give Away™, visit www.AskTheExpertOrganizers.com or call 309-826-5263.

 

To preview the items being given away or to get a list of participating experts, visit http://www.asktheexpertorganizers.com/sneak-preview.html.

About Calahan Solutions, Inc.: (www.calahansolutions.com) is a premier productivity and organization consulting firm, serving national and local clients in corporate settings, small businesses and home-based operations.  Calahan Solutions, Inc. creates life-long transformations enabling you to create an environment of people, systems and structure that supports your business and goals to help you be more successful.  You don’t have to do it our way, because we help you find your way!™

 

About NAPO: (www.napo.net) The premier national association dedicated to the field of organizing, the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO) is The Organizing Authority®. Since forming in 1985 as a nonprofit professional educational association, NAPO has grown to nearly 4,200 members. NAPO is dedicated to serving its members through education, networking, industry resources, and promoting the profession to the public. For more information about NAPO and Get Organized Month, visit www.napo.netor call NAPO at 856-380-6828.

 

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For more information Contact:

Stephanie LH Calahan

T: 309.825.7833 (day/evening)

T: 309.826.5263 (alternate)

F: 309.422.7665

A: 8 Shoreline, Suite 100, Bloomington IL 61704

E: media@calahansolutions.com

Media Room: www.CalahanSolutions.net

Bio: www.StephanieCalahan.com

Read and listen to stories featuring Calahan Solutions, Inc. or by Calahan Solutions consultants in magazines, newsletters, online, radio and television media.

October 1, 2008 - Stephanie interviewed on Blog Talk Radio How Organized Are You?

Listen to internet radio with Angel Wilder on Blog Talk Radio

May 19, 2008 - Stephanie shares some of her favorite organizing tools in the "Do it yourself" segment.
May 19, 2008 - WCIA's Rob Collins talked to Stephanie about how to create an Action Filing System.
May 10, 2008 - WJBC's Susan and Norma invited Stephanie to talk about a number of productivity issues, both at home and work.
Apr 2008 - Sharon Wolfe interviewed Stephanie Calahan for her feature article.  "This Spring Take Control of Your Clutter"
Mar 28, 2008 - Jim Killian, News Director for WGCY, interviewed Stephanie Calahan about home & office organizing.
Mar 25, 2008 - CBS Action 3 News interviewed Ellen Hankes for their "Oprah Extra: Keeping Clutter in Check."
Feb 7, 2008 - Stephanie was interviewed by Jenny Li for a special series on Central Illinois Lipstick Jungle.  Central Illinois Women Relate To The Lipstick Jungle Full story & video
Feb 7, 2008 - Stephanie was interviewed by Jenny Li for a special series on Central Illinois Lipstick Jungle.  Short segment on mid-evening news:
Feb 2008 - MSNBC reports on the Central Illinois Lipstick Jungle - interview with Stephanie Calahan.
Feb 2008 - Third Hand Secretarial Service E-Newsletter featured Calahan Solutions, Inc. services as well as an article by Stephanie Calahan.
Feb 18, 2008 - Stephanie was interviewed by Rob Collins regarding the questions you should ask yourself before throwing anything away.
Feb 2008 - "Organize Your Toastmaster Bag" by Ellen Hankes, Division E Governor
Jan 2008 - Stephanie was interviewed for a story on voicemail use - After the Beep.	HGM Contractors
Jan 7, 2007 - Stephanie was interviewed twice by Rob Collins on the morning show.  They discussed managing paper & clutter as well as understanding organization style.
Jan 2008 - The Inn at Perry Cabin published Top 7 Strategies to Get In Control and Organize Your Electronic Files by Stephanie LH Calahan in  monthly business tips.
Jan 3, 2008 - Stephanie was interviewed by Tina Riopel of Time Out New York for an article on De-Cluttering.

2007
Dec 2007 - Stephanie was interviewed on how to have a Stress Free holiday.
Nov 2007 -  Central Illinois 40 Leaders Under 40 Class of 2007
Oct 2007 - Clutter and disorganization costs money and time
Oct 2007 - A wise woman once said ... Business leaders share some secrets to their success	B2B Magazine
Oct 2007 - The Organizer - If I'm So Organized, How Come I Can't Get Organized?  Organizational woes? You’re not alone. Real Simple staffers get the help they need with tips from clutter-control professionals.
Sept 19, 2007 - Pantagraph's 20 Under 40 Awards
Apr 1, 2007 -  Are You Ready for Tax Time?
Mar 8, 2007 - Maria Henneberry interviewed Stephanie LH Calahan about business organization	Star 107.7
Jan 14, 2007 - Pile up!  Clear out the clutter and
Jan 9, 2007 - Clear clutter creatively to help sell house on market	Southbend Tribune
Jan 6, 2007 - Todd Wineburner of AM1230 WJBC interviewed Stephanie LH Calahan and discussed how listeners can get ready to start the year off right.

BLOOMINGTON, IL – September 21 , 2007 -- Rolodex - Sanford, a Newell Rubbermaid Company, recently evaluated a number of professional organizers for a new expert panel.  They have appointed two Calahan Solutions, Inc. consultants, Ellen Hankes and Stephanie L. H. Calahan, to serve on the expert panel.

2006
Dec 31, 2006 - Clutter-busting for home sellers	News-Register McMinnville, OR
Dec 30, 2006 - Homesellers: Achieving a Clutter-busting Breakthrough	The Ledger - Lakeland FL
Dec 30, 2006 - Smart Moves	The Ledger - Lakeland FL
Dec 22, 2006 - Calahan Solutions Helps Clients to Cut the Clutter, Become More Organized
Nov 22, 2006 - Scott Laughlin & Colleen Reynolds interviewed Stephanie LH Calahan and discussed how listeners can have a stress-free holiday.
Sept 3, 2006 - Getting Organized: Where do you rank on the clutter-hoarding scale? (JPG 120 KB)   internet version
Aug 2006 - Todd Wineburner of AM1230 WJBC interviewed Stephanie LH Calahan and discussed how listeners can get ready for a stress free back to school time.
Jul 2006 - Scott Laughlin & Colleen Reynolds interviewed Stephanie LH Calahan and discussed how listeners can send cards and business marketing and never miss a birthday or other important event again with their new OrganizeMyCards.com division.
June 2006 - Organization Overhaul
June 2006 - Professional Clutter Busters Create Order Out of Household Chaos	Vermont Maturity Magazine
Mar 2006 - Word on Work - How to Keep on Track with your Commitments and use Calendars Wisely
Mar 12, 2006 - Turn to a Pro to Get House in Order
Feb 2006 - Direct Product Sales Business Takes a Giant Leap to Productivity

COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA – November 7, 2006 -- Independent Organization Consultant Ellen Hankes has earned Toastmaster's highest recognition of Distinguished Toastmaster.

COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA – October 11, 2006 -- Independent Organization Consultant Ellen Hankes has earned a Certificate of Study in Chronic Disorganization from the National Study Group on Chronic Disorganization (NSGCD). The Level I Foundation Certificate - Certificate of Study in Chronic Disorganization is the foundation certificate and it is required as the first study certificate to be completed. There are eight other certificates that Ellen is in the process of earning.

BLOOMINGTON, IL – September 19, 2006 – In a unique blend of structure, design and sales, Ellen Hankes (a Fairbury native) has started her own organizing business as an independent Calahan Solutions Organization Consultant.