Personal Assistant Services in Connecticut, New York and Virtually

Providing Support to Fairfield and Westchester Counties & Virtually

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An Extra Hand with a Personal Touch

Life's finest moments deserve thoughtful attention. Whether orchestrating an intimate gathering, managing a busy household, or bringing order to day-to-day tasks, MaryAnn provides the dedicated assistance that brings harmony to busy lives.

  • MaryAnn offers in-person support throughout Fairfield County (Darien, Fairfield, Greenwich, New Canaan, Riverside, Southport, Stamford, Westport, Wilton) and Westchester County (Armonk, Bedford, Bronxville, Chappaqua, Katonah, Larchmont, Rye, Scarsdale).

    Her in-person services support clients in her nearby communities with: household management, staff coordination, essential day-to-day errands, and more.

  • MaryAnn offers virtual assistant services throughout the United States, specializing in bringing calm and order to busy lives.

    Drawing from her background in counseling, she manages everything from complex calendars and confidential correspondence to household staff coordination and business logistics—ensuring both professional and personal spheres run seamlessly.

MaryAnn Smyth, a trusted personal assistant (PA) in Connecticut (CT) and New York (NY), providing lifestyle management and support for busy professionals in Greenwich, Fairfield, and Westchester counties.

In-Person Services for Clients Based in Fairfield and Westchester Counties

  • A female personal assistant oversees a repair man fixing a dish washer.

    General Household Management

    ✓ Overseeing home maintenance, repairs, and managing household projects.

    ✓ Coordinating vendors and service providers for household needs.

  • The open trunk of a car shows multi-colored shopping bags that have been picked up by a PA.

    Running Daily or Weekly Errands

    ✓ Handling grocery or gift shopping, dry cleaning, and pharmacy runs.

    ✓ Managing logistical tasks like receiving deliveries and coordinating packages.

  • Household staff places clean dishes back in a kitchen cabinet.

    Household Staff Coordination

    ✓ Managing schedules for housekeepers, nannies, gardeners, or other household employees.

    ✓ Ensuring smooth collaboration and task delegation for household operations.

  • An at-home pilates instructor, scheduled with the help of a personal assistant, conducts a session with a client in Connecticut.

    On-Site Appointment Coordination

    ✓ Scheduling and managing in-person appointments such as medical visits, contractor consultations, personal training sessions, etc.

    ✓ Providing reminders and support to keep clients on track, including preparing relevant materials or instructions needed for each appointment.

  • Place settings in an elegant dining room demonstrate the coordination work of a PA with a local event planning company.

    At-Home Event and Logistics Coordination

    ✓ Assisting with the planning and execution of small-scale personal or household events, such as family gatherings or meetings.

    ✓ Overseeing on-site logistics for events, including coordination of deliveries, setup, and managing service providers involved in the event.

Virtual Personal Assistant Services

  • A personal assistant manages her clients calendar while on-the-go.

    Schedule Management

    ✓ Managing personal and professional calendars remotely.

    ✓ Assisting in managing social calendars by scheduling dinners, social events, and special occasions.

    ✓ Organizing business meetings, conference calls, and work events virtually.

  • A PA opens mail correspondence on behalf of her client.

    Communication and Correspondence Assistance

    ✓ Handling emails, phone calls, and other forms of virtual correspondence.

    ✓ Managing cards, thank-you notes, and other personal communication remotely.

  • A woman manages confidential files using two tablets on behalf of her client.

    Confidential Task Support

    ✓ Managing sensitive personal or professional matters with discretion.

    ✓ Providing reminders for personal tasks, financial obligations, or appointments.

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 FAQs

  • MaryAnn provides comprehensive personal assistant services throughout Fairfield County (Darien, Fairfield, Greenwich, New Canaan, Riverside, Southport, Stamford, Westport, Wilton) and Westchester County (Armonk, Bedford, Bronxville, Chappaqua, Katonah, Larchmont, Rye, Scarsdale). She offers both in-person and virtual support to ensure clients' households and schedules run seamlessly across these communities.

  • Unlike traditional executive assistants or receptionists who typically focus on office-based tasks, MaryAnn's personal assistant services provide comprehensive support across both professional and personal spheres. She manages everything from confidential correspondence and calendar management to household coordination and personal errands, offering a more holistic approach to life management.

  • MaryAnn frequently collaborates with clients' executive assistants, creating a complementary support system. While executive assistants typically manage office-related responsibilities, she works alongside them to handle personal tasks, household management, and local errands. This partnership allows executive assistants to focus on professional duties while MaryAnn, as a personal assistant, ensures all personal and household matters receive dedicated attention. The result is comprehensive support with clear role definition and seamless communication between all parties.

  • In today's fast-paced environment, a personal assistant serves as the central coordinator for all aspects of household and personal management. Unlike specific roles such as housekeepers or property managers who focus on single aspects of home maintenance, a personal assistant provides comprehensive oversight and coordination of all service providers while also managing schedules, errands, and personal tasks. This holistic approach ensures all elements of a client's personal life are seamlessly managed, allowing them to focus on their professional responsibilities.

  • For clients navigating life between Connecticut and New York, MaryAnn combines in-person and virtual support to provide comprehensive coverage. Throughout Southwestern Connecticut and Westchester County, she offers hands-on assistance with household management, staff coordination, and day-to-day errands. For Manhattan-based needs, she provides dedicated virtual support, managing everything from schedules and vendor coordination to complex logistics. While primarily serving Fairfield and Westchester Counties with in-person support, she can arrange in-person assistance in New York City with advance notice, evaluated on a case-by-case basis. This flexible approach ensures seamless support across all locations.

  • Many clients in Fairfield County maintain multiple residences, and MaryAnn is experienced in coordinating services across multiple properties. Whether between Westport, Stamford, or other locations, she coordinates vendors, manages household staff, and ensures all properties are maintained to exacting standards. Her service area throughout Fairfield County allows for hands-on assistance at all residences.

  • For clients in Greenwich and neighboring communities, MaryAnn provides comprehensive household management services tailored to the area's unique lifestyle. This includes coordinating staff schedules, managing vendors, and handling specialized errands along Greenwich Avenue - from picking up prepared meals at Citarella to managing dry cleaning at Gramercy. She handles day-to-day logistics such as grocery runs to Whole Foods or specialty items from Greenwich Cheese Company, coordinates with local service providers, and manages home maintenance with trusted Greenwich-area vendors. Her deep familiarity with Greenwich allows for efficient handling of both routine tasks and special requests, whether it's arranging flower deliveries from McArdle's or coordinating home services in Belle Haven or mid-country estates.

  • MaryAnn's personal assistant services in Fairfield County encompass a wide range of daily tasks, from managing household staff and coordinating appointments to handling essential errands throughout the community. This includes managing grocery runs to local favorites like Walter Stewart's Market or DeCicco & Sons, coordinating dry cleaning pickups, handling deliveries, and running time-sensitive errands between Greenwich Avenue shops and Westport's Main Street boutiques. Whether managing household staff in Stamford or coordinating maintenance at a Greenwich residence, she ensures every detail is handled with precision.

  • MaryAnn's journey to personal assistance emerged naturally from her two decades as a high school guidance counselor, where she mastered the art of managing multiple priorities while providing thoughtful, confidential support. Observing the broader professional landscape, she recognized how many busy individuals were seeking more quality time with their families but struggling to manage life's complex logistics. Her natural talent for bringing order to multifaceted situations, combined with her background in attentive listening and problem-solving, made her uniquely suited to step into the role of personal assistant. Today, she finds deep satisfaction in helping clients thrive by managing their daily demands and creating space for what matters most—time with family, friends and loved ones.