Understanding and Responding to Hoarding and Squalor Situations

This training is delivered in two short modules, ‘Understanding Hoarding and Squalor’ and ‘Responding Appropriately to Hoarding and Squalor Situations’. Each module includes a background reading package and webinar session facilitated by the trainer, Glen Sorensen.

 There is a maximum of 14 participants to provide opportunities for more individual attention through smaller learning groups.

Module 1:  Understanding Hoarding and Squalor

• Key definitions – Hoarding, animal hoarding, squalor
• Causes and contributing factors
• Hoarding, squalor and mental health
• Hoarding, squalor and risk management
• Relevant legislation
• Assessment Tools

 Module 2:  Responding Appropriately to Hoarding and Squalor Situations

• Engaging and Establishing Trusting Relationships with Clients
• Addressing Health and safety Issues
• Planning and sequencing support strategies
• Further training opportunities and resources.