Self-Neglect & Hoarding
The Care Act Guidance states that self-neglect covers a wide range of behaviour; neglecting to care for one’s personal hygiene, health or surroundings and includes behaviour such as hoarding.
Self-neglect involves physical, mental, social, personal and environmental factors negatively affecting a person's well-being.
Hoarding is considered a mental disorder and distinct from the act of collecting as, it's not a lifestyle choice.
Below are resources to help professionals to identify and respond appropriately in relation to Self-Neglect and Hoarding and the form for making a referral.
Copies of this postcard are available in hard copy, please email quantity required and address to: enquiries@suffolksp.org.uk
Referral
Self-Neglect and Hoarding Resources
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Suffolk Self-Neglect and Hoarding Multi-Agency Policy and Practice Guidance
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Multi-Agency Self-Neglect and Hoarding Risk Assessment Guidance ToolSelf-Neglect and Hoarding Pathway for Professionals
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Self Neglect and Hoarding Training Presentation for Frontline Practitioners
Below is a self-neglect and hoarding case study.