Organization Tip Sheet

Organization is the ability to use your time, energy, or resources in a helpful way to finish goals or tasks.

Look for These Difficulties

Often late for appointments/misses important deadlines like paying bills and completing paperwork
Not taking medications correctly
Loses track of time or feeling unsure of what day it is
Trouble completing tasks that require multiple steps in a particular order (such as laundry or cooking)
Jumps from activity to activity without completion/gives up easily on tasks

Use a notebook, planner, or digital calendar and reminder apps for scheduling. Review weekly and monthly schedules frequently
Use a system of organization for tasks such as important events, bill due dates, and other deadlines
Set up a routine by asking that your regular appointments be scheduled on the same day and at the same time
To help switch between tasks, set a timer or use a watch to alert yourself when to get ready for your next task
Break tasks down into smaller, simpler steps and cross off each step as it is completed (in order of priority)
Keep all items you need to take with you such as wallet, purse, keys, phone in one spot in your home