A Hoarding Alliance local resource guide

Hoarding support in Monroeville, Alabama.

You do not have to solve everything at once. Start with what would make daily life a little safer or easier, then choose one manageable next step. Monroeville is the county seat, but some services below are limited to city boundaries or a regional service area.

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Start here - Fight the Blight

A calm place to begin

Fight the Blight is the nonprofit front door for a respectful conversation and virtual peer groups. The Peer Tree is a separate private-pay option. Unburied offers digital peer support, not therapy or emergency help. For general behavioral-health services, CarePath Behavioral Health lists Monroe County services; ask directly about intake, availability, costs, and fit. No local hoarding-specialty clinician or cleanup provider was verified for this guide.

For immediate danger

For immediate danger, fire, serious injury, or urgent medical need, call 911. For emotional distress or a suicide crisis, call or text 988. CarePath Behavioral Health separately lists an after-hours/emergency contact below. Other resources are not emergency dispatch. This guide does not promise treatment, cleanup, a ride, food, housing, or an open program.

First conversations

A few good places to start

You do not need to know the perfect service name before reaching out. These organizations can help you understand the landscape and identify a next step.

Role: private-pay peer support and practical hoarding-related assistance; geography: remote availability for Alabama residents must be confirmed; cost/eligibility: private-pay; request current rates and estimate; emergency limit: not therapy, clinical treatment, or emergency response. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

The Peer Tree

Offers peer support, family guidance, groups, and practical organizing-related help. Ask whether the specific service can be provided in Alabama and what it costs.

Role: digital peer-support app and educational tools; geography: online; check current device and service availability; cost/eligibility: App Store lists a free download; data costs and feature rules may apply; emergency limit: not therapy, medical or legal advice, or emergency support. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

Unburied

A peer-led digital option for people affected by hoarding and clutter, including supporters. Use it as supplemental peer support; it is not therapy or emergency support.

Role: search directory for clinicians, support groups, and programs; geography: national directory; a local listing or telehealth service is not guaranteed; cost/eligibility: providers self-report; confirm licensure, payment, insurance, and eligibility; emergency limit: not crisis response or a guarantee of a hoarding specialist. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

IOCDF Hoarding Resource Directory

Search by location or ask the directory about clinicians or groups with relevant experience. A directory result is not an endorsement; verify current credentials, availability, fees, and fit directly.

Safety and stability

When the concern involves safety, housing, or crisis

These pathways serve different situations. Read the labels carefully before calling, especially when a response may involve crisis care, protective services, shelter, housing rules, legal advocacy, or emergency dispatch.

Role: emergency dispatch for fire, EMS, law enforcement, and urgent response; geography: Monroeville and surrounding service area; dispatch determines response; cost/eligibility: emergency number; emergency limit: immediate danger, fire, serious injury, or urgent medical need; not routine property concerns. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

911 emergency response

Call 911 when someone faces immediate danger, fire, serious injury, or urgent medical need. Share access information if safe.

Role: mental-health and substance-use crisis support; geography: nationwide, including Alabama; call or text 24/7; cost/eligibility: free and confidential; emergency limit: emotional distress or suicide crisis; not cleanup or emergency dispatch. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988 for emotional distress, a mental-health or substance-use crisis, or concern about someone else. If there is immediate danger or urgent medical need, call 911.

Role: community mental-health emergency access and listed after-hours contact; geography: Monroe County service listing; call to confirm current coverage and response; cost/eligibility: intake and eligibility depend on service; confirm directly; emergency limit: the Alabama Department of Mental Health lists this contact for after-hours/emergency service; not a substitute for 911 in immediate danger. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

CarePath Behavioral Health after-hours line

Alabama's Department of Mental Health lists CarePath Behavioral Health for Monroe County and publishes 800-239-4673 as its access and after-hours/emergency contact. Ask what response is available now; call 911 for immediate danger.

Role: report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an older or disabled adult; geography: statewide reporting line, including Monroe County; cost/eligibility: no fee listed; ask DHR what happens after a report; emergency limit: suspected adult mistreatment; not a cleanup or code-enforcement line. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

Alabama Adult Abuse Hotline

Alabama DHR says its Adult Protective Services division receives and investigates reports of suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of adults who may be unable to protect themselves. Clutter alone is not a report of abuse.

Role: confidential domestic-violence support and safety planning; geography: statewide; ask about local options and current availability; cost/eligibility: hotline; confirm any service eligibility; emergency limit: not 911 or emergency dispatch; call 911 if there is immediate danger. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

Alabama Domestic Violence Hotline

The Alabama Department of Public Health lists this hotline for people experiencing domestic violence. Ask about safe ways to talk and available local options; shelter space is not guaranteed by this listing.

Role: national domestic-violence support, information, and safety planning; geography: nationwide; phone, chat, and text options may vary; cost/eligibility: hotline; confirm any service eligibility; emergency limit: not 911 or local emergency dispatch. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

National Domestic Violence Hotline

Call for support and planning related to domestic violence. If using a shared device, consider whether browsing or call history could be seen; use 911 for immediate danger.

Role: poison exposure information and expert guidance; geography: United States; call 24/7; cost/eligibility: free phone consultation; emergency limit: not a replacement for 911 when someone is unconscious, having trouble breathing, or in immediate danger. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

Poison Control

For a possible poisoning or exposure, call the national Poison Control number. Call 911 for life-threatening symptoms; do not wait for an online response.

Role: county disaster preparedness and coordination contact; geography: Monroe County; office contact, not dispatch; cost/eligibility: no fee information listed; confirm services directly; emergency limit: not 911, ambulance dispatch, or a crisis hotline. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

Monroe County Emergency Management Agency

Alabama EMA lists Monroe County EMA at 65 N Alabama Avenue in Monroeville. Ask about preparedness and county emergency information; use 911 during an immediate emergency.

People and practical help

Housing, food, care, transportation, and ongoing support

These listings connect the local community with housing, food, behavioral health, benefits, transit, survivor advocacy, disability support, peer support, and practical resources. Ask about current availability, cost, scope, consent, and safety before relying on them.

Role: statewide referral and basic-needs navigation; geography: all 67 Alabama counties; phone/text and online search; cost/eligibility: free and confidential; phone service 24/7; text messaging rates may apply; emergency limit: not emergency dispatch; call 911 for immediate danger. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

211 Connects Alabama

Call 2-1-1 or 888-421-1266, or text a ZIP code to 898-211, to search for food, housing, utilities, health, transportation, and other resources. Confirm current eligibility, hours, and openings with each program.

Role: public health, WIC, environmental, home-care, and clinical services; geography: Monroe County; public-health office; cost/eligibility: program eligibility, appointments, and service fees vary; confirm first; emergency limit: not emergency response or general cleanup. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

Monroe County Health Department

Alabama Public Health lists WIC, environmental, home-care, clinical services, and vital records. The page lists 8 a.m.–5 p.m. hours, closed noon–1 p.m.; call to confirm the service, current address, appointments, and eligibility.

Role: hospital and general medical services; geography: Monroeville; confirm the service needed and current access; cost/eligibility: charges, insurance, and financial-assistance rules vary; ask before planned care; emergency limit: for immediate danger or urgent medical need call 911; the main number is not emergency dispatch. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

Monroe County Hospital

The hospital lists its address as 2016 South Alabama Avenue, Monroeville. Call its main number for service and patient questions; do not use this listing instead of 911 during an emergency.

Role: routine family and preventive medical care; geography: inside Monroe County Hospital in Monroeville; confirm travel and appointment details; cost/eligibility: fees, payer acceptance, and patient eligibility should be confirmed directly; emergency limit: not a crisis service or emergency dispatch. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

Monroe County Hospital Rural Health Clinic

The clinic describes preventive and routine care for all ages, including well visits, immunizations, women's health, physicals, and chronic-condition management. Its page currently states weekday hours and walk-in availability; call before traveling to confirm those details and cost.

Role: community mental-health services, including adult outpatient care and case management; geography: Monroe County listing; confirm current service area; cost/eligibility: ask about intake, insurance, eligibility, fees, and wait times; emergency limit: not 911, 988, or a guaranteed crisis response. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

CarePath Behavioral Health - Monroe County services

The Alabama Department of Mental Health lists CarePath for Monroe County, including adult case management, in-home intervention, outpatient, and other programs. Call to ask which service fits, current access, and whether the provider has experience with hoarding; no hoarding specialty was verified.

Role: public and affordable housing application pathway; geography: Monroeville Housing Authority; confirm which addresses and programs it serves; cost/eligibility: income, household, program, waitlist, documentation, and rent rules apply; emergency limit: not emergency shelter or a guaranteed immediate placement. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

Monroeville Housing Authority

The authority says it provides housing for eligible families and links to an application. Ask about current waitlist status, openings, accessibility, eligibility, and rent before making plans. Current availability is not verified here.

Role: residential and commercial cart collection and big-item pickup requests; geography: within Monroeville city limits; county addresses outside the city are not covered by this city service; cost/eligibility: city service and big-item pickup costs/rules vary; review current price list and confirm address; emergency limit: not a hazardous-material, biohazard, or whole-home cleanup service. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

City of Monroeville Household Garbage Service

The City says Republic Services provides cart service within city limits. City Hall handles missed pickup, cart changes, and requests for an extra big-item pickup; the Water Works Board bills for city garbage service. Confirm eligible items and current price before scheduling.

Role: city streets, walkways, and neighborhood public works; geography: City of Monroeville; not a countywide service; cost/eligibility: no household cleanup or private-property service eligibility is stated; emergency limit: not emergency dispatch or an interior cleanout contractor. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

Monroeville Public Works Department

The City describes public-works responsibilities for city streets and walkways. Its listed shop is at 360 Whetstone Street, with weekday hours; contact the department about a public-works issue and confirm the right city contact for a private-property concern.

Role: city code and ordinance information and compliance process; geography: inside Monroeville city limits; county ordinances and other jurisdictions differ; cost/eligibility: ask the City about applicable rules, timelines, and any costs; emergency limit: not emergency response, legal advice, or cleanup. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

Monroeville Compliance Department

The City says the compliance officer/building official handles city-code concerns, including junk, trash, and debris. Its page describes contacting responsible parties and setting a reasonable correction time, and says the City wants to work with residents. Ask about the process and your specific notice; no outcome or extension is promised.

Role: water and sewer account and service information; geography: Board service area; confirm whether a specific address is served; cost/eligibility: account, water, sewer, and payment costs vary; ask about current rates and assistance; emergency limit: after-hours utility emergencies only; not medical or emergency dispatch. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

Monroeville Water Works and Sewer Board

The Board asks customers to call to confirm whether an address is in its service area. Its page distinguishes city garbage billing from water and sewer service; verify which office handles the question before traveling or paying a fee.

Role: county benefits and family-services office; geography: Monroe County; office at 25 Legion Drive, Monroeville; cost/eligibility: program eligibility, household circumstances, and documentation rules apply; emergency limit: not emergency housing, crisis response, or a property-cleanup program. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

Monroe County Department of Human Resources

Alabama DHR lists the Monroe County office and its main number. Call to ask which office handles food assistance, family services, or another need, and confirm application steps and eligibility before visiting.

Role: demand-response public transportation; geography: Monroe County service area; general public of all ages; confirm pickup address; cost/eligibility: fare is exact-fare only; confirm current amount and trip availability; emergency limit: not emergency medical transport; drivers provide ordinary boarding assistance only. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

ATRC Rural Transportation Program

Alabama-Tombigbee Regional Commission says Monroe County is served by demand-response transportation and asks riders to schedule at least 24 hours ahead. Call to confirm route, pickup time, accessibility, fare, and whether the trip can be scheduled.

Role: information and navigation for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers; geography: regional service includes Monroe County and nearby counties; cost/eligibility: eligibility and funding differ by program; ask what is available; emergency limit: not emergency dispatch or a promise of in-home service. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

ATRC Area Agency on Aging

ATRC Aging says it is the region's Aging and Disabilities Resource Center and helps people navigate public and private supports. Call to ask about home and community services, caregiving, nutrition, Medicare counseling, or referrals, then confirm eligibility and availability.

Role: senior-center meals, activities, and social connection; geography: Monroeville; program is for older adults; confirm local participation; cost/eligibility: age and program rules apply; confirm meal costs, schedules, and spaces; emergency limit: not home-care, transportation, or emergency response. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

Monroeville Senior Center

ATRC Aging lists a Monroeville Senior Center at the Anne H. Farish Community Shelter, 316 Vanity Fair Drive. Call ahead to confirm current meals, hours, enrollment, eligibility, and whether a ride can be arranged.

Role: statewide aging, disability, and caregiver information and referral; geography: statewide, including Monroe County; cost/eligibility: program eligibility varies; hotline provides navigation, not guaranteed benefits; emergency limit: not emergency dispatch or a direct placement service. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

Alabama Ageline Aging and Disability Resource Center

The Alabama Department of Senior Services identifies Ageline as an entry point for aging and disability questions. Ask about possible food, transportation, in-home, legal, caregiver, or long-term-support pathways and then verify each program's rules.

Role: community and household education through Alabama Cooperative Extension; geography: Monroe County; USDA Service Center in Monroeville; cost/eligibility: program-specific eligibility and availability vary; ask before relying on a class or service; emergency limit: not a hoarding cleanup provider or emergency service. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

Monroe County Extension Office

The Alabama Cooperative Extension System lists the Monroe County office at 334 Agriculture Drive, Suite 104, with weekday hours. Ask about current family, food, health, financial-management, or community programs and eligibility.

Role: civil legal-aid screening and representation when eligible; geography: statewide intake; local office and court coverage vary; cost/eligibility: household income and legal issue are screened; no representation is guaranteed; emergency limit: not emergency response or same-day legal advice. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

Legal Services Alabama

Call the statewide intake center to ask about a housing, benefits, family, consumer, or other civil legal issue. Legal Services Alabama screens household income and issue type; confirm current service scope and deadlines directly.

Role: court clerk information and court records; geography: Monroe County courthouse, 65 N Alabama Avenue, Monroeville; cost/eligibility: court fees and filing requirements vary; ask the clerk about current rules; emergency limit: not legal advice, crisis response, or an emergency hearing guarantee. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

Monroe County Circuit Court

The official court site provides Monroe County court and clerk information. Call for procedural or records questions; for advice about rights, deadlines, or a case, consult a qualified attorney or legal-aid intake.

Role: county government offices and public information; geography: Monroe County; confirm the office and service jurisdiction for your address; cost/eligibility: county service fees and eligibility depend on the department; emergency limit: not emergency dispatch or a general support provider. | Each listing states its role, geography, cost or eligibility information (or what to confirm), and emergency limits. Availability can change; inclusion is not an endorsement.

Monroe County Government

Use the official county site to identify county offices and information. A service listed for Monroeville may have a different service area; contact the department directly to confirm jurisdiction and current requirements.

A note from the Alliance

Start with the person. Then decide what the situation needs.

This guide is anchored in Monroeville, Alabama, and includes city, county, state, nonprofit, national, and independent pathways. A listing here does not mean Fight the Blight endorses every provider or can guarantee availability. The Hoarding Alliance is not a city or county agency, therapy practice, emergency service, or cleanup company. We will keep reviewing this page, but please confirm details directly before relying on them.

Need help choosing a path? Contact Fight the Blight