About Us
At HOME Allies, we’re driven by a shared passion for helping people bring calm, order, and ease into their lives.
Shannon’s journey began in 2009 after an emotional experience helping clear out her grandparents’ home alongside a professional organizer. With a background in psychology and sociology and a certification earned in 2012, she’s dedicated over a decade to making spaces work for the people who live in them.
Amy’s love for organizing started in childhood and grew into a full-time career in 2017, built on a foundation of hospitality and business management. Having moved many times - both domestically and internationally - Amy understands the emotional and practical challenges that come with major transitions.
When Shannon and Amy met, they instantly connected over their shared vision and passion for thoughtful organization and move management. Together, they founded HOME Allies, serving the St. Louis Metro Area, providing compassionate, expert support that helps families and individuals create homes that truly work for them.
We can’t wait to meet you!
Shannon
Amy
Our Process
Whether you’re refreshing your current home, preparing for a move, or navigating a major life transition, we make the process easier and less overwhelming.
From clearing clutter and organizing every corner to managing the logistics of packing, unpacking, and even liquidating personal property, we handle the details so you can focus on what matters most.
Our services are flexible - choose comprehensive support or just the pieces you need - so every step feels manageable and every space feels like home.
This is our clear, stress-free process:
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After a brief conversation over the phone to establish project & schedule compatibility, we complete a guided tour of your home and discuss timeline, budget, assignment of tasks, and options for personal property liquidation (ex. estate sale, direct buyout, online auction, gift, donate, etc.)
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We coordinate estimates & scheduling with third-parties such as personal property liquidation companies, movers, storage units, and junk haulers. We can connect you with realtors, staging/interior designers, house cleaners, closet/storage contractors, and more.
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We work one-on-one with you, or in teams of 2 or more organizers, to help sort household contents into categories to be moved, to be stored, to be sold, to be gifted, to be donated, to be recycled, and to be trashed.
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The sorting process can be physically, mentally, and emotionally tiring for our clients. We assist you with the physical strength & stamina, mental clarity, and empathetic support to facilitate your transition.
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We are on site for moving day to supervise the loading and/or unloading of household contents.
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We unpack items into the proper rooms & newly assigned spaces.
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We create proper “homes” for your household contents, sometimes using containers, baskets, bins, and other products to optimize space & functionality.
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During the sorting process, we take away donations at the end of each session. We take old electronics/cords to a local recycling center. We take unwanted sensitive documents to be shredded. During the packing process, you may consent to pre-used boxes, bags, paper, and bubble wrap. During the unpacking process, we take away clean packing materials to reuse with future clients.
No matter the size or scope of your project, our experienced team is here to guide you with empathy, expertise, and personalized solutions.
We believe organization and thoughtful move management can transform your daily life - and we’re excited to help you create a home that truly supports your lifestyle and peace of mind.
Frequently Asked Questions
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We are a residential organizing and move management company, offering concierge and a-la-carte services to fit your needs & budget.
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Working with us begins with a FREE Discovery Call. In this 30-minute introductory call, we’ll listen to your needs & discuss the scope of your project, including timeline and budget. For move management, we’ll schedule an On-site Assessment. For home organizing, we’ll discuss an initial 3-hour session, or in some cases, we may recommend a virtual or On-site Assessment for larger projects. You can see our calendar here to schedule this call according to your availability, or feel free to call us directly.
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In our 1-hour complimentary Assessment for move management, we tour your home, discuss options for our assistance through each phase of your move, and determine the best resources to efficiently accomplish your goals. Following the Assessment, you’ll receive a formal proposal with the required deposit amount and our client agreement. Once accepted, we will begin third-party liaison duties, if applicable, and scheduling session dates.
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We prefer that you do not. We like to see how you live in order to get a better understanding of how we can make solutions and systems that work for you.
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Click here to book a Free Discovery Call button or submit a Contact Form.
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We welcome DIY. We can create an action plan to help you accomplish your goals on your own. Please let us know if this is your intention during the Discovery Call so that we can discuss the process & pricing. Our typical organizing Assessments are generally brief and do not include details conducive to success on your own.
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Absolutely not. We understand the vulnerability & trust that it takes to allow strangers into your home & your life. Our sessions allow for open communication, opportunities for questions, and personal reflection. We provide options and offer opinions, but our clients always make the final decisions.
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There are organizers at all different levels of experience. A Professional Organizer ranges between $60-125 per hour in the St Louis metropolitan area. In addition to a particular skill-set, POs have completed some sort of training, and an elite few have achieved certification status (CPO®). You can learn more about the professional organizing industry at NAPO.net.
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CPO® certification is earned by professionals who have met specific minimum standards, and proven through examination and client interaction that they comprehend the entire body of knowledge and experience required. Shannon earned her CPO certification in 2012, after 1500 hands-on hours, 250 education credits, and passing the exam. She maintains recertification through attaining annual Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
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We take your privacy seriously. We abide by the NAPO Code of Ethics and uphold our duty to client privacy, not sharing or discussing your personal information with anyone outside of our team working on your project, without your permission.
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Yes, we carry business liability and professional insurance.
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You can expect results after your first session. Most clients feel lighter, a sense of relief, energized, and more motivated after their initial 3-hour session. Ultimately, project completion depends on the household area(s) and volume of contents, your desired timeline, availability of all parties, your ability to make decisions based on physical, mental & emotional requirements, and any additional organizational designs, structures, or third-party contractors involved (i.e. a new pantry or closet system installation).
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Of course. We are happy to provide references upon request. You can also read our Google Reviews HERE.
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Some of our clients work from home or are juggling errands related to moving/relocation. To optimize efficiency, we prefer that you are available during sessions that require decision-making. When necessary, we can work alone without your presence and coordinate designated times for periodic check-ins in order to keep the project moving forward.
For home organizing, you must be present during your initial 3-hour session. Typically we will work one-on-one, and this allows us to learn as much as possible about your home and lifestyle.
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We have clients that we work with regularly to maintain their spaces, to help them with projects of their own and to body-double or mirror them, so they can get things done. This is especially true with ADHD clients.