HELP FOR HOARDING
PRACTICAL, PERSONAL, COMPASSIONATE SUPPORT
Hoarding isn't just about stuff.
It's about deep emotional attachment, past trauma, fear isolation, and an overwhelming sense of loss of control.
At Red Squirrel, we do things differently.
We support individuals in managing the accumulated belongings due to hoarding tendencies.
THE HIDDEN IMPACT OF HOARDING
Hoarding can seriously affect:
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Your mental and physical health
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Your safety and wellbeing
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Your relationships
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Your ability to live a meaningful, independent life.
Often help is hard to find. And when it comes, it can fell intrusive, rushed or even traumatic, focused on clearing possessions, not understanding the 'why' behind the behaviour
"Behind every hoarded home is a human story. We offer compassion, dignity and practical solutions - one person at a time."
WE'RE HERE TO HELP - NOT JUDGE
At Red Squirrel, we provide confidential, compassionate support through Occupational Therapy, designed around you.
We understand:
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Clearing without consent can retraumatise and lead to worse hoarding.
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Many people feel ashamed, isolated, anxious and overwhelmed.
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Carers are often unsupported.
We take time to listen to both the individual and their family and together we develop a plan that works towards harm reduction, increased safety and greater wellbeing.
A DIFFERENT KIND OF SUPPORT
We don't offer "quick fix" clear-outs.
We offer evidence-based, person-centred care including:
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Full Occupational Therapy Assessments using hoarding specific and adapted OT tools
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Strategies to help individuals live safely and meaningfully.
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Support for carers and families who often struggle in silence
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Multi-disciplinary coordination with GPs, healthcare professionals and others
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Education and resources including our free Food & Mood e-book
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Free 20 minute consultations to help you take the first step
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Trauma informed practice
WHY RED SQUIRREL?
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Expertise in hoarding and mental health
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Compassionate, non-judgemental approach
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Focus on safe, meaningful daily living
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Advocacy for both individuals and carers
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Registered Community Interest Company (CIC) , which means we reinvest into helping the community
Buried in Treasure Course Starting in September
Places are now open for our 16-week evidence-based programme designed to help people understand and address hoarding behaviours in a supportive, non-judgemental environment.
✔ Small group sessions
✔ Practical tools and strategies
✔ CBT-based approach
✔ Support from others who understand
Starts September - Contact us to book your place.
"I have learned so much about myself and the reasons behind my hoarding habit. I've learnt how to identify situations around those habits and ultimately learn to control them. This has been done all under the guidance of Brigitte, can help support and guide everyone. If you are concerned about yourself or someone you know, who might be having hoarding issues, get in touch with Red Squirrel."
John, Portsmouth
LET'S TAKE THAT FIRST STEP TOGETHER
If you or someone you care about is affected by hoarding, know that you're not along. And help is available.
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Book a free 20-minute consultation
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Download our Free Food & Mood e-book
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Sign up for supportive tips and updates via our newsletter.
JOIN OUR COMMUNITY - HELP US GROW
Red Squirrel OT CIC is a not-for-profit community organisation. We rely on fundraising and donations to continue offering life-changing support to those who need it most.
Want to support our work?
Visit our Get Involved Page to find out how you can help.
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