The Hoarding Dilemma: When and How to Help

Martha M. Kern
Lifecare Home Solutions
Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois
630-932-4032

In this 11 minute interview with Martha M. Kern, Director of Lifecare Home Solutions and member of the national ElderCare Matters Alliance, Illinois chapter, you will learn answers to the following questions:

• What does this concept of "Hoarding Dilemma" mean?
• How widespread is hoarding in America and what are the "tell tale" signs of someone who may be a hoarder?
• How does one measure the extent or severity of this problem?
• What are some of the associated problems that an individual may experience along with hoarding?
• What should a family do if they suspect that one of their loved ones is a hoarder?  When and how can they help?

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