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Hoarding Support – By referral only

In collaboration with community partners, Wesley has developed an evidence-based program specifically designed to address harmful hoarding behaviours that significantly impact individuals’ living conditions, quality of life, tenancy stability, and overall health.

Wesley supports clients in sustaining their progress through:
  • Mobile and streamlined intake assessments.
  • A structured, 16-week, one-to-one Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)-based hoarding intervention.
Research consistently demonstrates that a personalized CBT approach delivered by mental health professionals—complemented by group programs, peer connections, integrated community supports, and targeted clutter prevention strategies—effectively reduces hoarding behaviours and facilitates lasting, positive change.
 
Eligibility in the programs includes the following:
  • Halton Resident
  • Low-income households
  • Pre-existing case management OR some pre-existing community supports
Referrals can be completed by:
  • Community Housing Providers
  • Halton Region (HSF, HCHC etc.)
  • Emergency Services (Fire, Police, EMS)
  • Community Agencies (CMHA, CAS, Healthcare Services etc.)
  • Self-Referrals accepted
Referrals are to be completed with the following info:
  • Referral Form
  • Home Environment Index
  • Clutter Rating Scales
Someone holding a book titled "Buried in Treasures", a book about helping with compulsive acquiring, saving, and hoarding.

Program: Buried in Treasures Support Group

The Buried in Treasures Support Group is a 15-week hybrid program (delivered either in-person and online) designed for individuals struggling with hoarding behaviors. This evidence-based group provides a structured, supportive environment for participants to understand and address the challenges of clutter, gain practical tools for change, and build a supportive community.

*The next Support Group start date will be announced at a later date. For more information, please contact the program.

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