Hoarding resources

Do you or someone you know have a hard time getting rid of things? Is it affecting daily life?

People with a hoarding disorder have a persistent difficulty in letting go of items or possessions, even ones that others regard as worthless. Saving these items may make them feel more safe or secure. However, it can also lead to unsafe living conditions. It may even affect their relationships or work.

If you suspect you or someone you know is dealing with hoarding, you don’t have to go it alone. There are resources and help available in Stark County. You can get help with diagnosis, treatment, counseling, and recovery. You can also get help for the home.

Contact one of the resources below for help with hoarding.

Emergency services

Adult Protective Services

To report the suspected abuse, neglect, self-neglect or exploitation of adults, 60 and older. Use 911 if the individual is in immediate danger.
Phone: (330) 451-8998

Child Protective Services

If you suspect a minor child is living in a dangerous situation, call the 24/7 child abuse hotline immediately.
Hotline: (330) 455-5437

Stark County Homeless Hotline

24/7 Hotline: 330-452-4363 For referrals to free community shelters and other local housing programs. Please allow enough phone time for specialists to conduct an initial assessment review to find information and programs that work best for your needs. The homeless hotline number is a part of Stark County Mental Health & Addiction Recovery.
24/7 Hotline: (330) 452-4363
24/7 Hotline: (330) 452-4363
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Health department resources

Ensure decent, safe, and sanitary living conditions for housing through enforcement of the Environmental Health Codes and City Housing Codes.

Alliance City Health Department

Collaborates with public health partners to protect Alliance residents. Nursing Programs:
  • Immunizations
  • WIC Supplemental Food Program
  • Sexually Transmitted Infections Clinic
  • Tuberculosis Skin Testing
  • HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing
  • Children with Medical Handicaps
  • Cribs for Kids
  • Car Seat Installation/Inspection Station
  • Newborn Home Visitation Program
  • Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
  • Medicaid Enrollment Assistance
Environmental Health Programs

Canton City Health Department

Helping to prevent the spread of disease, promote healthy practices and protect the health of Canton City residents.
  • Programs: 
    • Request Narcan Kit via mail by submitting form here.
    • WIC
      • Effective March 16, Canton City WIC services are by APPOINTMENT ONLY. Click here for details. **At this time, infants and children do not need to be present in our office when staff issue food benefits to your WIC Card.*
    • Nursing Division 
      • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Clinic
      • Childhood Immunization Clinic
      • International Travel Clinic
    • THRIVE
      • Pregnant? Caring for a child under age 1? Stark County THRIVE Community Health Workers can help you connect to local services and items to keep you, your baby, and family healthy! Stark County THRIVE is still accepting clients. If you are pregnant or have a child under age 1, please fill out our online THRIVE Referral Form. You will be contacted by a Community Health Worker who will assist you with connections to services that meet your specific needs. All face-to-face visits will resume once the COVID-19 restrictions are lifted.
    • Project SWAP
    • Vital Statistics
      • Our lobby is open to walk-in customers. Hours of operation are 8:00AM - 4:30PM Monday through Friday. Closed weekends, official holidays and other posted times.

Massillon Health Department

Ensuring the accessibility of health services to all Massillon residents:
611 Erie St S
Massillon, OH 44646
Phone: (330) 830-1710
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Stark County Health Department

Serves the public health needs of more than 250,000 people in Stark County:
7235 Whipple Ave. NW
North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: (330) 493-9904
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Additional resources

Hoarding has been recognized as a disability under the Fair Housing Act Amendments (FHAA), if you suspect that there is housing discrimination occurring, report it! Here is more information: https://civ.ohio.gov/

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Louis Stokes Canton VA Outpatient Clinic

A multi-specialty clinic that provides a range of health care and mental health services to veterans.
733 Market Ave. S
Canton, OH 44702
Phone: (330) 489-4600

Community Legal Aid Services

Providing legal counsel and assistance to low-income individuals and families in Northeast Ohio. Open Monday through Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm, closed for lunch 12pm - 1pm daily.
401 Market Ave N, Suite 103
Canton, OH 44702
Toll-free: 1 (866) 584-2350
Toll-free: 1 (866) 584-2350
Local: (330) 456-8361

Stark County Bar Association

Referrals for people who have questions or need legal advice but do not know where to turn for a lawyer.
116 Cleveland Ave. NW
Suite 400
Canton, OH 44702
Phone: (330) 453-0685
Attorney referrals: (330) 453-0686
Attorney referrals: (330) 453-0686

Stark County Humane Society

The Humane Society is a non-profit organization serving the human and animal population of Stark County for over 100 years. Besides providing a safe haven for the unwanted dogs and cats in our community, we find new and loving homes for them as well. We also conduct humane education programs in all our schools K-12. We take our pets to nursing homes in the area to visit the elderly. Sometimes this is the only time some of the residents get a visit.
5100 Peach St NE
Louisville, OH 44641
Phone: (330) 453-5529
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Stark County Dog Warden

1801 Mahoning Rd NE
Canton, OH 44705
Phone: (330) 451-2343
Hours: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Saturday

CarePatrol of Akron/Canton/Youngstown/Warren

Provides information and support with accessing senior living options based on care needs.
Phone: (330) 294-0052

Direction Home Akron Canton: Aging and Disability Resource Center

Direction Home Akron Canton Area Agency on Aging & Disabilities (Direction Home Akron Canton) is a private, non-profit organization that helps older adults and people with disabilities thrive in the places they want to call home.
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center - Provides professional, one-on-one consultations to access to information on in-home care and community resources.
    • Meal Sites/Senior Centers
    • Assisted Living Waiver
    • Care Coordination
    • Ohio Home Care Waiver
    • PASSPORT
    • Acute Care Transitions
    • And More
Call (330) 896-9172 or click here to learn more.
1949 Towne Park Blvd
Uniontown, OH 44685
Phone: (330) 896-9172
Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Family support resources

If you have a loved one dealing with hoarding, see below for resources to support your own well-being.

NE Family Care Counseling Center

A comprehensive mental health center for Stark County and surrounding areas.
1303 W Maple St
#103
North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: 330-966-8677

The Gentle Shepherd Counseling Center

Licensed counselors treating and diagnosing mental health conditions. Support Groups: Contact for information about joining.
  • Men's Sexual Addiction Recovery Group Ongoing every Tuesday 6:30-8:00pm ​This therapy group is designed for men seeking to overcome a variety of unwanted sexualized behaviors. It is confidential, faith-based, and emphasizes healing from sexual brokenness, shame and guilt. The recovery process encourages personal integrity and healthy connections with other men. Membership is screened by the facilitating counselor, Dr. Rick McQuistion.
  • Women's Partners of Men with Sexual Integrity Issues Therapeutic Group Ongoing Thursdays 6:00-7:30pm ​This therapy group is designed for women with partners who struggle with sexual integrity issues. Topics that are frequently covered include: betrayal trauma & triggers, boundaries, anger, grief, sexual intimacy, and rebuilding trust. This group is confidential, faith-based, and joy-filled. May women have commented it's the first place they have found support and begun to realize they are not alone on this healing journey.
1469 South Main St.
North Canton, OH 44720
Phone: (330) 499-3065
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Summit Psychological Associates: North Canton

Comprehensive mental health and substance use services for prevention, treatment and recovery.
4450 Belden Village St. NW
Suite 701
Canton, OH 44718
Phone: (330) 493-2554

Summit Psychological Associates: Downtown Canton

Comprehensive mental health and substance use services for prevention, treatment and recovery.
832 McKinley Ave NW
Canton, OH 44703
Phone: 330-493-2554
Fax: (234) 360-3426

Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health: Alliance

Mental and behavioral health services for Alliance children and families.
SERVICES AT A GLANCE UNDER ALL PROGRAMS
Prevention and Consultation: Prevention services are designed to reduce risk factors, increase resiliency and prevent the development of further at-risk behavior. Mental health service providers offer consultation to administrators, teachers, parents or other adults to recommend behavior modification strategies and to provide support or suggestions.   Diagnostic Assessment: A mental health professional conducts a diagnostic assessment to determine whether a child or youth has a mental health disorder by gathering information about the child’s life situation, such as: Effects of symptoms on functioning in home, school and community, Onset, frequency, duration and severity of current symptoms, History of current mental health problem, Relevant family and social history. A diagnostic clinical assessments are a requirement for preadmission to our programs. Case Management: We offer case coordination through our Community Psychiatric Supportive Treatment (CPST) department. CPST services include assisting in developing treatment plans and linking clients and their families with available and appropriate resources on a 24/7 basis.   Psychiatric Evaluations and Medication Management: C&A’s team of child psychiatrists, certified nurse specialist and registered nurses provide a full array of comprehensive, integrates psychiatric services for children and adolescents including the latest psychopharmologic medications. Counselor and Social Worker Board (CSWMFT) (5) Licensees shall make available to clients links to websites for all certification bodies and licensure boards to facilitate consumer protection. Licensees shall provide a link to the board online license verification site on their web page - https://cswmft.ohio.gov/home.
Parkway Learning & Development Center
1490 Parkway Blvd
Alliance, OH 44601
Phone: (330) 823-5335
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Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health: Plain Community

Mental and behavioral health services for children and families.
1811 Schneider St. NE
Door 6
Canton, OH 44721
Phone: (330) 470-4061

Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health: Belden Village

Mental and behavioral health services for children and families.
  • Case management
  • Diagnostic mental health assessments
  • Medication management
Trauma and grief-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and SITCAP services to reduce risk and increase childhood resiliency:
  • Case management
  • Diagnostic mental health assessments
  • Medication management
4641 Fulton Dr. NW
Canton, OH 44718
Phone: (330) 433-6075
Trauma Services: (330) 454-7917
Trauma Services: (330) 454-7917

Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health: Shipley Office

Mental and behavioral health services for children and families.
919 2nd St. NE
Canton, OH 44704
Phone: (330) 454-7917
Clean Out and Organization Services

Although a clean out is not the recommended first step when it comes to hoarding as it does address the root of the problem, sometimes it may be necessary for health reasons.

Certified organizers can be found through: