Advice for Hoarder Disorders & Selling Properties
UK House Buyers often acquire properties that have been previously occupied for generations by individuals dealing with hoarding tendencies. These properties are typically left filled with items, posing stressful and problematic situations for both the buyer and the family of the previous owner.
Understanding Hoarding
Hoarding involves the excessive accumulation of items, leading to cluttered and unmanageable living spaces. This behaviour can stem from various factors such as trauma, anxiety, or a need for control.
Dealing with Hoarding
Accessing Help
Seek assistance from organisations such as Mind, Hoarding Disorders UK, and Help for Hoarders for information, support, and specialised guidance.
Consider therapy from a chartered psychologist or joining support groups for necessary support and guidance.
Supporting Someone with Hoarding
Approach the situation with compassion and understanding.
Encourage your loved ones to seek help and support them throughout the process.
Offer assistance with decluttering while respecting their boundaries and decisions.
Taking Care of Yourself
Prioritise your mental health and seek support from organisations like OCD Action or Relate.
Remember that it's okay to ask for help and seeking treatment is a positive step towards healing.
Conclusion
In conclusion, hoarding is a complex issue that demands understanding and support. By accessing treatment, seeking help from organisations, and offering compassion to oneself and others, it is possible to navigate through this challenging situation. Understanding the complexities of hoarding and providing the necessary support can make a significant difference in helping individuals overcome this challenging behaviour.
Mind's services
Mind's helplines provide information and support by phone and email. Local Minds offer face-to-face services across England and Wales. These services include talking therapies, peer support and advocacy.
Side by Side is our supportive online community for anyone experiencing a mental health problem.
Other organisations for help & advice with hoarding;
bps.org.uk
Information about psychology, including a list of chartered psychologists.
Help for Hoarders
helpforhoarders.co.uk
Help for people experiencing hoarding and their families, including support groups and an online forum.
Hoarding Disorders UK
0330 133 2310
hoardingdisordersuk.org
Support for people affected by hoarding, including support groups.
Hoarding UK
info@hoardinguk.org
hoardinguk.org
Support for people affected by hoarding, including support groups.
NHS UK
nhs.uk
Information about health problems and treatments, including details of local NHS services in England.
OCD Action
0300 636 5478
ocdaction.org.uk
Information and support for people affected by OCD and hoarding, including online forums and local support groups.
Rainbow Red
07931 303310
rainbowred.co.uk
Provides an ice breaker form for people wanting to seek help with hoarding.
Relate
relate.org.uk
Provides help and support with relationships, including counselling and telephone support.
Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA)
samaritans.org
Samaritans are open 24/7 for anyone who needs to talk. You can visit some Samaritans branches in person. Samaritans also have a Welsh Language Line on 0808 164 0123 (7pm–11pm every day).
The Silver Line
0800 4 70 80 90
thesilverline.org.uk
Provides support, information, friendship and advice for anyone aged over 55 who may feel lonely or isolated.
