Definition
Hoarding disorder is characterized as the persistent difficulty in discarding or parting with possessions, regardless of their actual value.
Often there are negative emotional, physical, social, and financial impacts on the person and loved ones.
Hoarding disorder is a treatable condition with resources and support groups available to you.
History of the Multnomah County Hoarding Task Force
2013-2026. Since the Hoarding Taskforce began, more than 5,000 people attended trainings in Multnomah County, throughout the State, and at the International OCD Foundation Conference (2026). We consulted with other cities and municipalities who started their own taskforces and brought nationally recognized experts to our community to teach close to 100 professionals how to organize and run Buried and Treasures Groups.
We created a website with resources and information and promoted best practices throughout the state of Oregon. The task force ended in June 2026.
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