The Hoarding Interventions Conference

The Hoarding Interventions Conference, hosted by the Edmonton Hoarding Coalition, brings together people with an interest in supporting those persons with lived experience of hoarding. There is a particular focus on issues related to community response and the support of family and friends. Individuals come together to learn about the latest research, innovations, and techniques pertaining to hoarding in a supportive and collaborative setting.

The conference is geared toward individuals who have a personal or professional interest in supporting others who are faced with challenges pertaining to hoarding.

Stay tuned for more information about the 2022 Hoarding Interventions Conference!

 The 2021 Hoarding Interventions Conference

COLLABORATING WITH FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND COMMUNITY – virtually!

The Hoarding Interventions Conference shifted to a one-day virtual conference on Friday, October 15, 2021 led by world-renowned facilitators Dr. Christiana Bratiotis and Michael A. Tompkins, Ph.D. ABPP. 

The event focused on understanding hoarding and how we, as a community, can help improve the supports in place. We discussed the behaviours, root causes, the mental health around the behaviours and how a robust community approach can support those struggling. The goal of the conference was for registrants to gain a better fundamental understanding of hoarding behaviours and learn more effective and sustainable interventions.

The conference was a valuable resource for professionals working in areas where they encounter hoarding behaviours, for people with lived experience of hoarding, and family and friends looking to better understand and support individuals dealing with hoarding behaviour.

Registrants received a tool kit of information and strategies to address hoarding situations, and the information provided was based upon the most up-to-date research in the hoarding field. The program included a workshop and Q&A component to reinforce the learning.