Pack Rat

• People who hoard possessions are very common

• Clutter often fills all usable areas of the home and limits functional use of the home for cooking, socializing, bathing, and sleeping

• Often the “stuff” can take over the home and make the home unsafe

What You Can Do

What You Can Do Long-Distance

Let go of ideal notions of cleanlinessBe creative and negotiate—don’t require all the changes you would like to see at onceBegin by reorganizing, not throwing things awayHelp your parent see the ways that their clutter limits them

How We Can Help

Non-judgmental third party to assist with making the home safer and more livable without forcing your parent to part with treasured possessionsProfessional help focusing on preventing falls in the houseFocus on fire safety and ensuring adequate fire protection and alarmsEnsure there is a clear pathway for emergency personnel to enter Ongoing support to help keep the home safe