Hoarding disorder is characterised by accumulation of possessions due to excessive acquisition of or difficulty discarding possessions, regardless of their actual value.
International Classification of Diseases (ICD) 11th Revision
A hoarding protocol and toolkit has been approved by the Health and Social Care Partnership Board, made up of organisations across Slough.
This document:
- provides information and practical guidance to professionals that work with people that hoard
- includes resources as well as an assessment tool to manage risks effectively
- details how professionals can use the multi agency risk tool to mitigate risks and work with colleagues effectively.
Personal concern
This protocol is for use by professional agencies. If you are concerned about yourself, a family member or friend then you can:
- contact your GP
- get more information from The Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service’s website on Safe and Well provision
- go to the Hoarding UK’s website - a UK-wide charity dedicated to supporting people affected by hoarding behaviours.