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How To Use Your Personal Assistant…Top 10 List Of Requests!

There are numerous ways that a personal assistant can help organize your busy life, and today I will share my Top 10 List of Requests so that you can find the solution that is right for you!

Imagine having your own personal assistant without the requirements of hiring full time staff, worrying about payroll, or scheduling.  This dream can be your reality! There are numerous ways that a personal assistant can help organize your busy life, and today I will share my Top 10 List of Requests so that you can find the solution that is right for you!

1.   Vehicle Services:

Take your vehicle in for inspection, routine maintenance or problem solving appointments.

No need to sit in the waiting room of the dusty service center. Allow us to sit and wait while you spend your time doing more important things! We’ll pick up and return your vehicle to you at work or home!

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2.   Errand Services:

Send us an entire list of "errands".  Consider “all the things I have to do…” and make one master list. We will complete your entire list before you know it and free up valuable time to concentrate on other things.  Our clients feel such relief knowing they can call on us to free up hours in their day.

Think about what’s on your list, all the things you keep meaning to do but just can’t seem to get to. Think: Dry cleaning, ship packages, buy thank you gifts, send thank you cards, take shoes or watch for repair, pick up things from the liquor store, bakery, florist...

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3.   Grocery Shopping:

Grocery shopping is one of our top requests from busy families. The reason this works so well is we help you create a master list by which we shop from.  Then you easily email us your list prior to your shopping day. We make the purchases and most of our clients have us put it away in their homes as well.

We shop on off peak hours and can get it done faster than you because our goal is to avoid long lines and we don’t get distracted by impulse buys!

Imagine turning to your fridge and always having it full of healthy options.

4.   Senior Services:

This truly is one of our specialties.  We provide companion visits to our clients which are second to none. Our team is focused on improving their quality of life by providing meaningful conversation and not just companionship, but friendship. From going to the store, to helping our clients stay in touch with their friends and family, we are there to support them.  This is a service that not only serves our seniors themselves, but provides peace of mind to their families as well. We become their eyes and ears when you can’t be there. So many families are riddled with guilt because they want to “do more” but are overwhelmed with other limitations. Having us there as part of their team provides a safe reliable alternative when you just can’t be there.

5.   Personal Shopping:

We have several clients that travel often for business or just don’t like to shop.  Never forget a birthday, holiday or mother’s day gift again with our shopping services.  You indicate those special days and budget. We keep those special days in our calendar and know when and whom to shop for.  There is no need to worry about wrapping or shipping either.  We take care of everything!

6.   Absentee Home Checks:

Another frequently used service.  Our clients rely on us to manage their homes while they’re away. From just a few days to several months, we provide the peace of mind people are looking for while traveling. The home, garden, and pool are in good hands.

7.   Getting Organized:

From full garage overhauls to weekly paper management, we are there to support our clients’ organizational needs. Some individuals have an idea of what they want to do but just need a spare set of hands to help.  Others struggle with organizational skills altogether and rely on us to assist them with implementing and setting up workable systems in their homes and offices.

8.   Paper Management:

Many of our seniors lose the ability to maintain their bills and find themselves being overcharged on accounts and falling victim to financial fraud.  We are able to assist them with monthly bills, and paperwork that many find confusing and difficult to monitor.  This is an invaluable service that our families find extremely helpful.

Some of our clients are just tortured by paper and the monthly responsibility of bill paying.  Some have never needed nor learned these skills before because someone else in the relationship was in control of this part of their lives. We successfully help those individuals learn the skills necessary to securely monitor and maintain their own bills and priority paperwork.

9.   Pet Sitting Services:

Whether you are going out of town for just a day trip or an entire week, we keep your warm blooded and even cold blooded family members well cared for.  From kitties, to dogs, hermit crabs, fish and full koi ponds we’ll be there when you can’t be. Not only do we look in on them, we gladly share text messages and photos at your request, so you know they are safe and in loving hands.

10. Concierge Services:

We go far beyond that of a hotel lobby.  Our “concierge” services cover everything else you may need assistance with. From scheduling appointments and arranging services and resources we take care of all the small stuff that can clog your day and rob you of valuable time.  Allow us  to coordinate and oversee those arrangements and phone calls for you.

We are your resource to help manage the overwhelming demands and complexities of life.  We approach and take care of each client and their needs with the greatest of care and efficiency. Our mission is to improve the lives of our clients and their families’ one task at a time…

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