A Hoarding Alliance local resource guide

Hoarding support in Panguitch, Utah.

You deserve support that begins with your priorities—not shame or pressure. Use this guide to find a first conversation, make a safety plan, or check a local service before deciding what comes next.

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A next step that fits you

You can begin with one call or one question. Ask what is available now, what it costs, and whether the service covers your address. You do not have to solve everything today.

Start with the nonprofit for a respectful conversation about hoarding support and virtual peer groups. Ask what is currently offered online and whether a local referral is available; no specific provider or service is guaranteed.

Role: nonprofit hoarding-support front door | geography: virtual and referral navigation; ask about Garfield County | cost/eligibility: contact to confirm group availability, eligibility, and any costs | emergency limit: not emergency response

For immediate danger

For an immediate threat to life, fire, injury, or urgent medical danger, call 911. For emotional distress or a behavioral-health crisis, call or text 988. Support, referrals, and listed services are not emergency dispatch, a guarantee of admission, or a substitute for a qualified professional.

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: qualified behavioral-health care | geography: Garfield County; Panguitch office | cost/eligibility: sliding-fee schedule based on family income and size; confirm insurance, intake, and your amount | emergency limit: call 911 for immediate danger | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Southwest Behavioral Health Center — Garfield County

The county's regional behavioral-health center lists outpatient care in Panguitch and says inability to pay alone will not bar treatment. Call to ask about current intake, services at this office, appointment availability, insurance, and the sliding-fee assessment.

Role: community-resource navigation | geography: statewide; ask for Garfield County | cost/eligibility: ask 211 about any service-specific costs or eligibility | emergency limit: not emergency dispatch | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Utah 211

A service navigator can help look for food, housing, utility, transportation, health, and other community supports. Explain your zip code and what would help first; referrals do not guarantee an opening or funding.

Role: digital peer support | geography: online | cost/eligibility: check the current app or site for access terms | emergency limit: not therapy, clinical treatment, or emergency support | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Unburied

A digital peer-support option for people affected by hoarding and for friends or family. Use it for peer connection and practical tools—not diagnosis, therapy, emergency response, or a promise of local services.

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: immediate emergency response | geography: United States | cost/eligibility: call for immediate danger; no eligibility screening | emergency limit: use for fire, immediate physical danger, serious injury, or urgent medical emergencies | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Emergency services — 911

If a person is in immediate danger, there is a fire or dangerous structural condition, or urgent medical help is needed, call 911. A guide or peer-support service cannot dispatch emergency responders.

Role: crisis support | geography: United States | cost/eligibility: call or text 988; no fee stated by the Lifeline | emergency limit: call 911 for immediate physical danger or urgent medical response | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988 for emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or a behavioral-health crisis. The Lifeline is not a local dispatch service; use 911 for immediate physical danger.

Role: behavioral-health crisis response | geography: Beaver, Garfield, Iron, Kane, and Washington Counties | cost/eligibility: call to confirm response and payment details | emergency limit: 911 for immediate physical danger | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Southwest Behavioral Health Center — 24-hour emergency response

The center says it operates a 24-hour emergency-response system in its five-county region. Call its published crisis contact and ask for the current response path; for immediate physical danger or urgent medical needs, call 911.

Role: confidential domestic-violence support and safety planning | geography: Utah statewide | cost/eligibility: free 24-hour call or text line | emergency limit: call 911 if someone is in immediate danger | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Utah Domestic Violence LINKLine

Survivors and loved ones can call or text the Utah Domestic Violence Coalition's 24-hour LINKLine to discuss support and safety planning. Advocates are not emergency dispatch; call 911 for immediate danger.

Role: report and investigate suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, or self-neglect of a vulnerable adult | geography: Utah statewide | cost/eligibility: public reporting; no fee listed | emergency limit: not an emergency responder; call 911 for immediate danger | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Utah Adult Protective Services

Utah DHHS accepts reports about vulnerable adults, including concerns about self-neglect. Phone reporting is listed Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; an online report is available around the clock. Adults retain decision-making rights; APS is not an emergency response service.

Role: report suspected child abuse or neglect | geography: Utah statewide | cost/eligibility: public reporting; no fee listed | emergency limit: call 911 for an immediate emergency | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Utah Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline

Utah DHHS directs people who suspect child abuse or neglect to its statewide hotline. This is a reporting channel, not a substitute for 911 when a child faces immediate danger.

Role: local law-enforcement contact | geography: Garfield County | cost/eligibility: call to confirm non-emergency routing | emergency limit: call 911 for an emergency | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Garfield County Sheriff's Office

For a non-emergency safety or law-enforcement question, use the county's published office contact and ask for the correct dispatch channel. Do not use an administrative office number to request urgent response.

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: private-pay hoarding and clutter support | geography: ask about Garfield County service availability | cost/eligibility: private-pay; request current fees and scope before booking | emergency limit: not emergency response | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

The Peer Tree

The Peer Tree offers private-pay support for situations not covered by grants, including sorting and organizing support. Contact the organization to confirm whether service is available in Garfield County, current pricing, travel costs, and the work's scope.

Role: primary and family medical care | geography: Panguitch | cost/eligibility: ask about insurance, new patients, and fees | emergency limit: not an emergency department | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Garfield Memorial Clinic

Intermountain lists family, internal, pediatric, senior, virtual, and walk-in care at its Panguitch clinic. Confirm current hours, appointment availability, insurance, and whether your concern can be handled there; call 911 for emergencies.

Role: public-health services and referrals | geography: Garfield County; Panguitch site | cost/eligibility: service-specific; confirm appointment and any fee | emergency limit: not emergency care | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Southwest Utah Public Health Department — Garfield County

The department lists a Garfield County location at 601 East Center in Panguitch and warns that service availability there is limited. Call ahead about the service you need, current hours, and any appointment or cost requirements.

Role: nutrition and food-benefit program | geography: Garfield County among five service counties | cost/eligibility: pregnancy/postpartum or child under five and income rules apply; confirm eligibility and appointment | emergency limit: not emergency food or medical response | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Southwest Utah Public Health Department WIC

WIC provides eligible families with nutrition services and food benefits. The health department says Garfield County residents may apply and identifies income and household criteria. Call to confirm eligibility, application steps, and where appointments are currently held.

Role: state public benefits applications and case support | geography: Utah statewide; ask for Garfield County processing | cost/eligibility: program-specific screening; confirm current rules and documents | emergency limit: not emergency cash assistance | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Utah Department of Workforce Services — benefits

Use Utah's benefits portal or call to ask about SNAP, Medicaid, and other programs. Eligibility depends on program rules and household details; ask which documents are needed and whether in-person help is currently available in Panguitch.

Role: housing rehabilitation and community-action programs | geography: Beaver, Garfield, Iron, Kane, and Washington Counties | cost/eligibility: program-specific; confirm owner, income, property, and funding requirements | emergency limit: not emergency shelter | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Five County Association of Governments — home rehabilitation

Five County lists home rehabilitation and community-action programs for its five-county region. Ask whether Garfield County applications are open, whether the home and household qualify, and whether work is a grant, loan, or another arrangement; funding is not guaranteed.

Role: utility-bill assistance and home energy services | geography: Garfield County in Five County service area | cost/eligibility: income and program rules apply; confirm funding, documentation, and application timing | emergency limit: not utility shutoff response | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Five County HEAT and weatherization

Utah identifies Five County as the local HEAT office serving Garfield County; the regional association also lists weatherization. Call to check current funding, eligibility, application requirements, and whether renters or homeowners can use a specific program.

Role: local food pantry | geography: Panguitch-area listing; confirm who it serves | cost/eligibility: ask about any requirements and current pantry availability | emergency limit: not a guaranteed same-day meal | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Garfield County Care and Share food pantry

A 2025 community-resource list published by the public-health department identifies a food pantry in Panguitch. The list is not a live schedule; call to confirm hours, current location, household requirements, and available food before visiting.

Role: senior meals, activities, and wellness connection | geography: Panguitch; county centers serve adults 60+ | cost/eligibility: age and meal rules apply; ask about current meal charges and shuttle eligibility | emergency limit: not medical or emergency transportation | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Garfield County Senior Citizens — Panguitch Center

Garfield County lists selected-day lunches, exercise, health days, and a monthly shuttle to Cedar City for shopping and medical visits. The Panguitch center's published schedule is limited; call to confirm dates, lunch order time, fees, and transportation availability.

Role: aging, caregiver, and long-term-support navigation | geography: Garfield County and four neighboring counties | cost/eligibility: programs vary by age and need; ask about intake and fees | emergency limit: not emergency response | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Five-County Area Agency on Aging

Utah lists the Five-County Area Agency on Aging as serving Garfield County and gives the Panguitch senior center as a local site. Ask about caregiver support, benefits counseling, meals, and any current local access or eligibility requirements.

Role: free public information and internet access | geography: Panguitch; confirm card eligibility for borrowing | cost/eligibility: Wi-Fi and public computers listed; printing has a posted per-page charge | emergency limit: not private crisis counseling | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Panguitch City Library

The library lists public computers, Wi-Fi, a document scanner, and a meeting room. Ask about current open hours and any account requirements. It can be a practical place to use online applications or contact services, but it is not a confidential support provider.

Role: mobile public-library service | geography: rural Garfield and Kane County communities | cost/eligibility: service is open to county residents; ask about card and current stop schedule | emergency limit: not transport to medical or crisis care | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Garfield and Kane Counties MultiCounty Bookmobile

The bookmobile is a joint Utah State Library, Garfield County, and Kane County service for outlying communities. Contact the library to confirm stops, route dates, materials, and any card requirements; published schedules can change.

Role: county solid-waste, roads, and disposal information | geography: county facilities; confirm whether your address and load qualify | cost/eligibility: fees, materials, and site rules vary | emergency limit: not hazardous-material or fire response | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Garfield County Public Works — landfill and disposal questions

County Public Works describes landfill operations and disposal fees, but site, hours, and accepted materials differ. Call before loading belongings; ask about household versus construction waste, residency, transport, permits, and the correct facility. Do not assume a county facility accepts every item.

Role: municipal water, sewer, waste, and service information | geography: Panguitch city limits only; confirm address jurisdiction | cost/eligibility: utility rates and waste rules vary by address and service | emergency limit: report active hazards to emergency services | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Panguitch City — utilities and solid waste

Panguitch City posts municipal contact details and current service schedules, including landfill information. Call City Hall to confirm whether a property is inside city limits, current utility or waste charges, allowed disposal options, and whom to contact about an inspection or code concern.

Role: land-use, zoning, subdivision, and housing-plan information | geography: unincorporated Garfield County; city rules may differ | cost/eligibility: ask about permits, fees, and jurisdiction before work | emergency limit: not emergency inspection or legal advice | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Garfield County Planning and Economic Development

The county department describes its role in zoning, subdivision review, and county planning, including a moderate-income housing plan. If a home concern involves a notice, renovation, or property use, first confirm whether the address is county or city jurisdiction and ask what rules apply.

Role: civil legal aid screening | geography: Utah statewide | cost/eligibility: income, legal-residency, and case-priority criteria apply; ask whether your matter qualifies | emergency limit: not emergency housing or legal representation guarantee | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Utah Legal Services

Utah Legal Services lists eligibility rules and an application line. It may screen certain housing and other civil matters, but case types and financial rules limit what it can take. Call to ask about current priorities and deadlines; no attorney-client relationship is created by this listing.

Role: court information and proceedings | geography: Garfield County; courthouse in Panguitch | cost/eligibility: filing, appointed-counsel, and remote-hearing rules vary; check with the court | emergency limit: not legal advice or emergency housing | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Garfield County District and Justice Courts

The county and Utah Courts list the Garfield County courthouse in Panguitch and describe court contacts and some remote-hearing options. For a notice or deadline, contact the clerk or qualified legal aid promptly; confirm the correct court, filing steps, and any fees.

Role: public-health coverage and provider navigation | geography: Utah statewide | cost/eligibility: Medicaid enrollment and plan rules apply; verify provider network and benefits | emergency limit: not emergency medical care | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Utah Medicaid and provider search

If you have Medicaid or are applying, use Utah's current member and provider tools to ask about coverage, local availability, and behavioral-health options. A directory listing is not confirmation that a provider accepts a plan or has an opening.

Role: social-service referral navigation | geography: statewide; request Garfield County options | cost/eligibility: confirm each program's rules and funding | emergency limit: not shelter placement or emergency dispatch | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Utah 211 — housing, utilities, food, and transportation search

Ask 211 to search for current shelter access, food, utility relief, transportation, or housing support close to your zip code. Availability and waitlists change; ask what to do if the first referral cannot accept new clients.

Role: local hazard notices and county preparedness information | geography: Garfield County | cost/eligibility: public notices; confirm current alert enrollment | emergency limit: call 911 for immediate danger | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Garfield County emergency management and public notices

Use county and Utah public-notice channels for local emergency-management information, evacuation directions, and official notices. Confirm current alert sign-up options with the county; this resource is not a substitute for 911 or a direct emergency notification.

Role: clinical case management and care navigation | geography: Garfield County among five service counties | cost/eligibility: diagnosis and service criteria apply; ask about cost and availability | emergency limit: use crisis line or 911 for urgent danger | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Southwest Behavioral Health Center — case management

The center describes case management for adults and youth with serious mental illness, which can include help connecting to housing and approved services. Ask whether the program fits your situation; it is not a general housing placement service.

Role: county resource information | geography: Garfield County | cost/eligibility: varies by listed program; confirm each current provider directly | emergency limit: directory is not crisis response | Confirm current hours, availability, geography, eligibility, fees, and emergency limits directly; a listing is not an endorsement or guarantee.

Garfield County Community Health Resources directory

The Southwest Utah Public Health Department publishes a Garfield County community-resource list covering food, housing, medical care, and other needs. It is a dated reference, not a live availability check; verify provider contacts, hours, and eligibility before relying on an entry.

A note from the Alliance

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

This guide is anchored in Panguitch, Utah, 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.

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