An Introduction to Hoarding and Squalor - Two Part Series

Support providers often encounter challenging situations involving hoarding and squalor. Responding appropriately requires a fundamental understanding of hoarding disorder, its underlying causes and how it affects the individual. It usually takes time to build the necessary trust and rapport before working with the client to co-design effective strategies to address the situation.

An Introduction to Hoarding and Squalor Situations provides an online introduction to the topic and an exploration of practical techniques in working with clients.

Module 1: Understanding Hoarding and Squalor - Tuesday 24th October 2023, 11am-12pm (AEDT)

Key definitions – Hoarding, collecting, clutter, squalor
Common characteristics, causes and contributing factors
Common issues for support providers
Assessment Tools

Module 2: Responding Appropriately to Hoarding and Squalor Situations - Tuesday 31st October 2023, 11am-12pm (AEDT)

Engaging and Establishing Trusting Relationships with Clients
Planning and sequencing support strategies
Working in challenging domestic environments
Further training opportunities and resources.

Facilitated by Glen Sorensen

Please note: registration is open to aged care providers who deliver CHSP services. If your organisation does not provide a CHSP service your registration will be reviewed.

This workshop is funded by The Department of Health and Aged Care. Registration for this event is free for CHSP Service Providers. In the event that you need to cancel please advise in writing via email to sectorsupport@mdservices.com.au.