Explains hoarding, including possible causes and how you can access treatment and support. Includes tips for helping yourself, and guidance for friends and family.
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bps.org.uk
Information about psychology, including a list of chartered psychologists.
helpforhoarders.co.uk
Help for people experiencing hoarding and their families, including support groups and an online forum.
07950 364 798
hoardingdisordersuk.org
Support for people affected by hoarding, including support groups.
020 3239 1600
hoardinguk.org
Support for people affected by hoarding, including support groups.
nice.org.uk
Produces guidelines on best practice in healthcare.
nhs.uk
Information about health problems and treatments, including details of local NHS services in England.
0845 390 6232
ocdaction.org.uk
Information and support for people affected by OCD and hoarding, including online forums and local support groups.
07931 303310
rainbowred.co.uk
Provides an ice breaker form for people wanting to seek help with hoarding.
116 123 (freephone)
[email protected]
Chris, Freepost RSRB-KKBY-CYJK
PO Box 90 90
Stirling FK8 2SA
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).
0800 4 70 80 90
thesilverline.org.uk
Provides support, information, friendship and advice for older people (over 55) who may feel lonely or isolated.
This information was published in September 2018. We will revise it in 2021.
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