COH: Arizona

Tempe, AZ

In-Person Support Group for Children of Hoarders in Tempe, AZ. *
Group description from their site:

The purpose of the Children of Hoarders Support Group is to offer a safe environment where persons who have been negatively affected by the compulsive hoarding behaviors of their parent or other loved one can receive understanding and be heard without judgment. Further, the educational aspect of the group will furnish members the opportunity to gain knowledge and learn skills to begin their own personal journey of healing.

*Not affiliated with the COH website. Any questions regarding this in-person support group should be directed to the AZ group facilitator.


Adult Protective Services/Elder Resources:

Center on Elder Abuse, by state
Another source for by state listings
Reporting self-neglect
How APS works
:
Adult Protective Services intervenes in crisis situations and investigates elder and dependent adult abuse, including self-neglect.  After making a call, they will send a social worker to assess the situation and suggest course of action.  Disabled citizens from 18-64 years of age may also receive assistance. 800-992-1660/ 800-992-1660 / 800-992-1660   (24 hrs)
National Association of State Units on Aging
National Association of Area Agencies on Aging find a resource in your area
Federal Government Resources for Seniors
Locate your American Assn of Homes & Services for the Aged state association
USA.gov for Seniors
Federal government resources for senior citizens. A great starting point.

Animal Hoarding

General information

No state-specific information known at this time.

Animal Hoarding Crisis Intervention
The Tufts University Hoarding of Animals Research Consortium (HARC) is compiling a list of people who specialize in animal hoarding crisis intervention. One counselor available at present:
Fee-for-Service Consultations- Long distance telephone consultation services provided (or available) for out-of-state clients or organizations. Contact: jnncnslt@aol.com or (617) 325-4828 (617) 325-4828 or (617) 325-4828 (617) 325-4828      

Cleaning Companies:

Click on your state here

Tips
if you can't find a cleaning company in your area:
•Check the online classifieds on craigslist.org for “junk removal” services
•Check your local churches to see if they have volunteer groups to help clean out
•Post on Freecycle.org
•Search: "crime scene clean-ups" or "meth lab clean-ups."

Family In-Person Support Groups

In-Person Support Group for Children of Hoarders in Tempe, AZ. *
Group description from their site:

The purpose of the Children of Hoarders Support Group is to offer a safe environment where persons who have been negatively affected by the compulsive hoarding behaviors of their parent or other loved one can receive understanding and be heard without judgment. Further, the educational aspect of the group will furnish members the opportunity to gain knowledge and learn skills to begin their own personal journey of healing.

*Not affiliated with the COH website. Any questions regarding this in-person support group should be directed to the AZ group facilitator.

Hoarding Support Group

None known at this time

Hoarding Task Forces:

Online resource center-Hoarding Task Forces

seeking state-specific information

Hoarding Support Groups:

seeking information

OCD Foundation Affiliate:

seeking information

Therapists:

Glendale:
Mark R. Treegoob, PhD - BTI Graduate
14021 N. 51st Avenue – Suite 118
Glendale, AZ 85306  
Phone: (602) 843-5484 ext 19
Fax: (602) 843-5498
Email: Mtreegood1@cox.net

Phoenix:
James B. McLoone, MD
925 E. McDowell Road
Phoenix, AZ 85006  
Phone: (602) 239-6880
Fax: (602) 239-6988

John V. Scialli, MD
4647 N. 32nd Street – Suite 260
Phoenix, AZ 85018  
Phone: (602) 224-9888
Fax: (602) 224-5304

Scottsdale:
Kathryn Doyle, PhD
Institute for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Suite 222
4300 North Miller Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85251  
Phone: (480).838.4964
Fax: (480).767.8803
Email: ktlu@cox.net

Michael Zatkowsky, PsyD
OCD Spectrum Clinic
11270 N 129th Way
Scottsdale, AZ 85259  
Phone: (480) 451-4000
Fax: (480) 451-3635
Email: drzatkowsky@cox.net

Drake Duane, MD, PC
Suite 300
10210 N 92nd Street
Scottsdale, AZ 85258  
Phone: (480).860.1222
Fax: (480).860.0029
Email: info@arizonaneurology.com

Tempe:
Mark Treegoob, PhD - BTI Graduate
6625 S Rural Road # 111
Tempe, AZ 85283  
Phone: (602).843.5484

Tucson:
Randall J. Garland, PhD
3333 N. Campbell Avenue – Suite 5
Tucson, AZ 85719  
Phone: (520) 322-9334

David C. Gooden, LCSW – BTI Graduate
5930 E. Pima – Suite 130
Tucson, AZ 85712  
Phone: (520) 733-2524
Fax: (520) 733-3444
Email: Davgooden@aol.com

Martin E. Sodomsky, MD
1181 N. El Dorado Place – Suite 319
Tucson, AZ 85715  
Phone: (520) 745-6061 or (520) 571-0739
Email: msodomsky@aol.com

Additional/Misc. Related Information

seeking any information or tips for hoarding resources in this state

When kitchens are not functional:
Sendameal.com:
Not local, but can be ordered online for delivery. Just need an accesible microwave.
Meals on Wheels near you.
Maine.gov's page: Meals on Wheels

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