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From Clutter to Comfort: A Caregiver’s Guide to Supporting Older Adults with Hoarding

Date(s):
March 12, 2025
Venue:
Online
 
Website:
Not available
Fee(s):
Free Event
Description:

1–2 PM Eastern | 10–11 AM Pacific
This webinar is designed to empower professionals with the essential knowledge and tools to support older adults with hoarding tendencies. It will review the nature of hoarding disorder and its risks, with a special focus on the unique challenges faced by older adults. Attendees will learn empathetic communication techniques to build trust, strategies for involving professional help, and practical DIY cleanup tips for less severe cases. The session will highlight valuable resources like the Bio-One Hoarding Guide and national mental health organizations to ensure ongoing support.  

Participants in this webinar will be able to:

  • Recognize the characteristics and risks of hoarding at Levels 1–5.
  • Use empathetic communication to build trust and respect the client’s perspective.
  • Apply basic DIY strategies and understand when these are appropriate.
  • Identify when and how to involve professional help. 

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