This resource hub is your starting point for transformation. Whether you are a professional seeking clinical data or a family member looking for a lifeline, we’ve curated these high-value hoarding resources to help you take the next step.
Hoarding Resources
1. Field Notes & Insights
- Stop STR Burnout: 3 Ways to Fix Your Airbnb Turnover Cleaning System
- Hoarding Disorder vs. Clutter: Why the Difference Matters (And How to Get Help)
- The STR Staffing Crisis of 2026: Why Your Airbnb Cleaning Service is Costing You $15k+ in Annual Revenue (And How to Fix It)
- Clutter ≠ Laziness: Understanding the Mental Health Crisis Behind Hoarding
- The 5 Differences Between a Passion and a Problem: Is Your Collection Costing You Your Life?
2. Essential Reading Library
- “Buried in Treasures” by David Tolin, Randy Frost, and Gail Steketee.
- “Stuff: Compulsive Hoarding and the Meaning of Things” by Randy Frost. Why? It will help distant family members to gain insight’s for their loved ones’ struggles.
- “The ONE THING” by Gary Keller. Why? We recommend this to our clients to help them identify the single most important area of their home to reclaim first.
- “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up” by Marie Kondo. Why? This book is best for those ready to explore different methods to manage clutter using categories rather than rooms.
3. Clinical & Medical Files
- The DSM-5 Fact Sheet (American Psychiatric Association)
- Focus: Understanding the formal diagnosis of Hoarding Disorder (300.3) to remove the stigma and treat it as a health priority.
- The International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) – Hoarding Center
- Focus: Peer-reviewed research on hoarding and specialized treatment protocols.
4. Empowering Podcasts & Media
- “The Hoarding Solution” Podcast. Why? Practical advice for those in the trenches of decluttering.
- “A Hoarder’s Heart” (YouTube/Social). Why? Relatable, lived-experience content.
5. Regional & Illinois-Specific Hoarding Resources
- The Chicago Hoarding Task Force. Local residents. A multidisciplinary group focused on helping people in the Chicagoland area navigate housing and health.
- Illinois Department on Aging – Adult Protective Services. Families of seniors in Illinois. Essential for identifying when a hoard becomes a legal or safety risk to an elder.
- The Midwestern OCD & Hoarding Conference. Partners/Gatekeepers. Keep an eye on regional networking events in Illinois and Wisconsin to stay ahead of the game.
6. Immediate Assistance & Hotlines
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 (Free, 24/7 support for those feeling overwhelmed by their environment).
- NAMI Chicago (National Alliance on Mental Illness): A powerful local resource for finding therapists who specialize in the “Invisible Enemy” of hoarding.
*** MORE RESOURCES WILL BE ADDED AS OUR REACH EXPANDS
For Our Professional Partners
A Collaborative Approach to High-Control Environments
At BIOHOARD, we know that for Therapists, Probate Attorneys, Social Workers, and Property Managers, a hoarding situation isn’t just a “cleanup project”—it is a complex roadblock in your professional workflow. And this is why we curated these essential hoarding resources.
- Therapists: Your clinical progress is stalled when your client is living in a high-cortisol environment.
- Attorneys: Your estate settlement is frozen until the property is inventory-ready and marketable.
- Social Workers: Your safety assessment can’t pass until the “Invisible Enemy” of bio-hazards is removed.
We don’t just “clear houses”; we clear the path for you to do your best work. We act as your Reliable Companion in the field, providing the physical labor and strategic organization that supports your professional goals.
The BIOHOARD Partnership Advantage
When you refer a client to BIOHOARD, you aren’t just handing off a problem to solve; you are gaining a specialized arm of your own team. We provide:
- Trauma-Informed Execution: Our team is trained in compassion and professionalism. We understand the language of your clinical or legal requirements to ensure the client feels respected, not coerced.
- The “Safety First” Protocol: We handle the high-risk bio-remediation (mold, pathogens, and structural hazards) so you never have to step into an unsafe environment.
- Real-Time Documentation: For attorneys and executors, we provide detailed inventory support and photo documentation for accurate legal accounting.
- A Fair Exchange Mindset: We respect your time and foster your reputation.
Let’s Build a Better Chicago Together
We are currently expanding our Resource Hub in Illinois and the surrounding Midwest. If you are looking for a reliable, discreet, and Professional Adaptive partner to help your clients break through their ceiling of clutter, let’s connect.
You handle the person. We’ll handle the property. Together, we facilitate the breakthrough.