Lancaster resident Mara Pritchard recently opened a professional organizing business, The Beautiful Sort.

The Beautiful Sort assists people in decluttering and organizing their homes. Clients include busy young families, empty-nesters looking to downsize, people who are moving and people handling a loved one's estate.

Pritchard said that she started the business because she loves organizing and helping others. She works with clients who are feeling overwhelmed by clutter or disorganization. Her goal is to help clients feel relief because they have tranquil, manageable homes.

The Beautiful Sort, which officially opened on Sept. 2, is based out of Lancaster and serves residents of Lancaster and surrounding counties. Information about The Beautiful Sort can be found at http://www.thebeautifulsort.com.