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For seniors with hoarding disorder, a support group helps confront stigma and isolation

Hoarding is the only mental-health condition that becomes more common as people age. Trying to get to its roots, and reduce the clutter, can be a challenge.

Tristen Williams helps remove clutter from the home of someone with hoarding disorder in Greensburg, Pa. The homeowner asked for help with the cleanout after attending a course and support group offered by the nonprofit Fight the Blight, founded by Williams' father. (Matt Williams/Fight the Blight)
Tristen Williams helps remove clutter from the home of someone with hoarding disorder in Greensburg, Pa. The homeowner asked for help with the cleanout after attending a course and support group offered by the nonprofit Fight the Blight, founded by Williams' father. (Matt Williams/Fight the Blight)Read moreMatt Williams/Fight the Blight / Matt Williams/Fight the Blight