How do you know if you or someone you love struggles with hoarding? Follow our series to learn more…
Hoarding Signs – Stage 1
HOME:
- Every room in the house is still accessible
- Closets are overstuffed
- A collection is starting to take over the house
- Several piles of items have formed and remain untouched
MIND:
- Job and finances are intact
- All family members are healthy
- Anxiety begins to mount as piles start to form around the house
- Family pets are maintained
- Everyone starts in Stage 1
During the second stage of hoarding, symptoms start becoming more apparent.
Hoarding Signs – Stage 2
HOME:
- An appliance is broken and not fixed
- A storage room, basement or attic is full
- Weekly cleaning has stopped and dust has built up
- Pet odor throughout the home
- More and more items are coming into the home than leaving
MIND:
- Hoarder has become estranged from family and friends but still maintains job
- Depression and loneliness are becoming noticeable
- Condition of home has become embarrassing
- Inaction is justified
