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Working with people who hoard: frontline briefing
- Authors:
- ORR David, BRAYE Suzy, PRESTON-SHOOT Michael
- Publisher:
- Research in Practice for Adults
- Publication year:
- 2017
- Pagination:
- 16
- Place of publication:
- Dartington
Aimed at frontline social care practitioners and managers, this briefing outlines the evidence on hoarding and how to best support people who are engaging in hoarding behaviours. It looks at what hoarding is and why people hoard. It also covers assessment, intervention and risk-management in hoarding, highlighting the importance of find a balance between addressing risks and respecting the person's choices. It also provides an overview of relevant legislation and guidance, the implications for practitioners' responsibilities and highlights the importance of taking a multi-agency response. (Edited publisher abstract)