A Hoarding Alliance local resource guide

Hoarding support in Washington Court House, Ohio.

You deserve support without shame or pressure. If clutter is making home feel harder to use, safer to move through, or more stressful to talk about, you can start with one small question. These local pathways may help you explore support at your pace.

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Choose one next step

You do not have to sort everything out today. Start with the kind of support that feels most useful; ask about fit, cost, eligibility, and current availability before making a plan.

If you are unsure where to begin, Fight the Blight can help you ask about current nonprofit support and virtual groups. Start with one question and share only what you choose.

Role: nonprofit hoarding-support entry point and virtual-group front door; geography: ask about options serving Fayette County; cost/eligibility: confirm current support and group eligibility, availability, and any cost; emergency limit: not emergency response, clinical care, housing placement, or guaranteed cleanup

For immediate danger

If anyone is in immediate danger, there is a fire, or someone needs urgent medical help, call 911. For emotional distress or a behavioral-health crisis, call or text 988; the local crisis line below is another option. These resource listings are not emergency dispatch.

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 hoarding-related support, organizing, and cleanup pathways; geography: confirm whether a current service can reach Fayette County; cost/eligibility: private-pay; request scope and pricing before scheduling; emergency limit: not emergency response, clinical treatment, or housing placement | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

The Peer Tree

If grant-funded help is not a fit or is unavailable, The Peer Tree offers a separate private-pay pathway. Ask what support is currently available and what it would cost; no cleanup is guaranteed.

Role: digital peer-support tools and community; geography: online; cost/eligibility: check current access and any paid options; emergency limit: not therapy, crisis response, clinical care, or emergency support | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Unburied

Unburied offers a digital peer-support path for people affected by hoarding and for friends or family. Use it for connection and practical reflection, not as a substitute for clinical or emergency care.

Role: free community-resource information and referral; geography: all Ohio counties, including Fayette; cost/eligibility: call 2-1-1 or 1-888-644-6211 at no charge; emergency limit: not emergency dispatch—call 911 for immediate danger and 988 for emotional crisis | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Ohio 211 — Local Resource Navigation

A navigator can help you look for food, housing, utilities, health care, and other local services. Ask what is currently available near your ZIP code; referrals do not guarantee placement or funding.

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 police, fire, and EMS response; geography: Fayette County; cost/eligibility: call for immediate danger, fire, or life-threatening medical emergency; emergency limit: for emergencies only | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

911 — Immediate Emergency Response

If someone is in immediate danger, a fire is active, or there is a life-threatening medical emergency, call 911 now. If it is safe, share the exact location and describe the immediate hazard.

Role: emotional-distress and behavioral-health crisis support; geography: United States, including Ohio; cost/eligibility: call or text 988 at no charge; emergency limit: not a replacement for 911 when immediate physical danger or urgent medical response is needed | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988 for emotional distress or a behavioral-health crisis. You do not have to be suicidal to reach out.

Role: local behavioral-health crisis support; geography: Fayette County, through the Paint Valley regional crisis system; cost/eligibility: call 740-335-7155 and ask about current access; emergency limit: call 911 for immediate danger or urgent medical response | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Fayette County Behavioral-Health Crisis Line

The Paint Valley ADAMH Board lists this Fayette County crisis number. Confirm the current response options and whether phone or walk-in support is appropriate for the situation.

Role: report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a vulnerable adult age 60 or older; geography: Ohio, including Fayette County; cost/eligibility: reports may be made by phone or online; emergency limit: life-threatening danger requires 911 | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Ohio Adult Protective Services

Ohio's statewide APS line is available 24/7. Callers do not need proof to report a concern; APS determines whether a report is within its scope and what follow-up is appropriate.

Role: local law-enforcement non-emergency contact; geography: Fayette County; cost/eligibility: call the county office for non-urgent concerns and ask which department can help; emergency limit: call 911 when someone needs immediate response | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Fayette County Sheriff's Office — Non-Emergency Contact

For a concern that does not need immediate dispatch, use the current county directory to confirm the Sheriff's Office contact and the right non-emergency pathway.

Role: expert guidance after a possible poisoning or unsafe exposure; geography: United States; cost/eligibility: call 1-800-222-1222 for free guidance; emergency limit: call 911 for severe symptoms, trouble breathing, collapse, or immediate danger | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Poison Control

If a person may have swallowed or inhaled a dangerous substance, contact Poison Control for guidance. Keep the product container nearby if you can do so safely.

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: outpatient behavioral-health and substance-use services; geography: Fayette County clinic and regional service area; cost/eligibility: call 740-335-6935 to ask about intake, current services, insurance, fees, and accessibility; emergency limit: routine outpatient care is not emergency dispatch | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Scioto Paint Valley Mental Health Center — Fayette County Clinic

The provider lists a Fayette clinic at 1300 E Paint Street in Washington Court House. Ask about the service that fits your goals and what the next step will involve.

Role: regional public behavioral-health and addiction-services board; geography: Fayette, Highland, Pickaway, Pike, and Ross counties; cost/eligibility: ask about local programs and current access; emergency limit: use 988 or the local crisis line for crisis support and 911 for immediate danger | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Paint Valley ADAMH Board

The board describes the publicly supported regional care system and posts local crisis pathways. It can be a starting point for identifying the right provider, but it does not guarantee an appointment or funding.

Role: emergency shelter referral for listed household types; geography: Fayette County; cost/eligibility: the program page describes household categories—confirm current intake, rules, cost, and space directly; emergency limit: not an emergency dispatch service | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Community Action Commission of Fayette County — Emergency Shelter

The Commission lists Brick House shelter for single women, single-parent families, and couples with or without children. Call before traveling; a listing is not confirmation of a bed.

Role: short-term rental/utility assistance and case management for eligible households experiencing homelessness; geography: Fayette, Highland, and Pickaway counties; cost/eligibility: funding, referral, and eligibility vary—confirm directly; emergency limit: does not provide emergency dispatch or guarantee a unit | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Community Action Commission — Rapid Re-Housing

The program page describes rapid re-housing for households without stable housing. Ask about coordinated entry, current funding, documents, and whether the program serves your situation.

Role: supportive-housing programs for people who meet program criteria; geography: Fayette County programs are listed; cost/eligibility: referral, disability, homelessness, and other eligibility rules vary—confirm current requirements; emergency limit: not immediate shelter or a guaranteed placement | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Community Action Commission — Permanent Supportive Housing

The Commission lists Fayette-area supportive housing options, including Fayette Inn, Fayette Landing, Destination HOME, and Shelter + Care. Ask about referral steps and whether there is an opening.

Role: local public housing agency and voucher information; geography: Fayette County; cost/eligibility: household income and other program rules apply; its page lists a July 1, 2026 opening date, so confirm current list status and any application cost directly; emergency limit: waitlists do not provide immediate shelter | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Fayette/Highland Metropolitan Housing Authority — Housing Choice Voucher List

The authority's page gives a July 1, 2026 opening date for the Fayette voucher list. That notice may be out of date; check the live portal or call before preparing an application, and ask about accessibility or help using the portal.

Role: information on Housing Choice Voucher rules; geography: Fayette County; cost/eligibility: income, household size, immigration status, and local program rules matter; ask the authority for current limits and any fee; emergency limit: a voucher is not immediate housing | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Fayette/Highland Metropolitan Housing Authority — Voucher Eligibility

The authority explains general federal voucher rules and its local administration. Confirm current income limits, waiting-list status, documentation, and what happens after applying.

Role: county benefits, food and medical assistance, child-care, and protective-services starting point; geography: Fayette County; cost/eligibility: benefit rules and documentation vary by program—ask the county office; emergency limit: not emergency dispatch | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Fayette County Job & Family Services

The county directory lists Job & Family Services at 133 S Main Street in Washington Court House. Ask which office or online application is right for food, medical, cash, or adult-protective-services questions.

Role: state application and information portal for public benefits; geography: Ohio; cost/eligibility: food, medical, cash, and child-care programs have different eligibility rules; emergency limit: applications are not emergency response | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Ohio Benefits

Use the state portal to explore programs and find the county agency that handles your question. If you need help completing an application, contact Fayette County JFS or Ohio 211.

Role: free, confidential information and referral; geography: all Ohio counties; cost/eligibility: call 2-1-1 or 1-888-644-6211 24/7; emergency limit: not emergency dispatch, shelter placement, or guaranteed financial aid | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Ohio 211 — Food, Housing, Utility, and Health Referrals

A 211 navigator can help identify local food, shelter, utility, and health resources and what to ask next. Availability and eligibility are decided by each program.

Role: scheduled rides for eligible older residents; geography: city trips for Fayette County residents age 60+; cost/eligibility: some eligible riders outside city limits may pay $2.50 each way, with a reduced fare available for qualifying riders; emergency limit: not emergency or unscheduled transit—call at least 24 hours ahead | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Fayette County Transportation for Older Adults

The County says rides may cover nutrition-site meals, medical and legal appointments, hospital visits, shopping, and essential errands. Ask about the destination, fare, eligibility, and wheelchair/ramp requirements when booking.

Role: municipal building, zoning, and code questions; geography: properties within city jurisdiction; cost/eligibility: permits, inspections, and enforcement depend on the issue—ask about fees and process before work begins; emergency limit: not fire or medical response | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Washington Court House — Building and Zoning Department

If you are concerned about a repair, a blocked exit, or a property notice, ask the City what rules apply and what a safe first step could be. A call does not guarantee an exemption or a particular outcome.

Role: city utility-account and service questions; geography: city water/sewer customers; cost/eligibility: service, billing, deposits, and payment arrangements are account-specific—confirm directly; emergency limit: not emergency repair or medical response | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Washington Court House — Utility Department

The City directory lists utility and water/wastewater contacts. If a bill or service interruption is creating pressure, ask about the account, any payment plan, and the correct repair or safety contact.

Role: municipal seasonal brush-chipping and leaf-collection information; geography: city residents/property subject to city rules; cost/eligibility: check the current policy, dates, and any requirements; emergency limit: not a private cleanout or hazardous-material service | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Washington Court House — Seasonal Brush and Leaf Service

The Service Department posts seasonal schedules and policies. Ask whether the address qualifies and what material, placement, and collection limits apply before moving items outdoors.

Role: state guidance on utility payment plans and energy-assistance referrals; geography: Ohio; cost/eligibility: HEAP and other aid have income, season, and funding rules—confirm current eligibility with the provider; emergency limit: not an emergency utility crew or guaranteed bill payment | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Ohio Utility Assistance and Payment Plans

The Ohio Consumers' Counsel explains payment-plan protections and points residents to energy-assistance providers. Call early if you have a shutoff notice and ask what documents or deadlines apply.

Role: local community-action referral for limited rent or utility assistance; geography: Fayette County; cost/eligibility: funds, application windows, and household eligibility vary and may be limited; emergency limit: does not guarantee payment or prevent a shutoff | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Community Action Commission — Rent and Utility Assistance Leads

Adena's community resource page identifies the Fayette Community Action Commission as a possible assistance contact. Confirm directly whether a program is active and accepting applications before relying on it.

Role: civil legal-aid referral for housing, benefits, family, and other matters; geography: Fayette County is included in the state locator; cost/eligibility: free legal services depend on income, case type, service area, and capacity; emergency limit: not emergency dispatch or legal representation guaranteed | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Alliance of Ohio Legal Aids — Civil Legal Help

Use the statewide locator to find the current legal-aid provider for Fayette County. Ask about eviction timelines, notices, or a property-related legal question as early as you can.

Role: public library and local resource-directory starting point; geography: Washington Court House and Fayette County; cost/eligibility: directory is public, while listed services set their own rules; emergency limit: not crisis response, food distribution, or a promise that listed programs are currently available | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Carnegie Public Library — Local Community Resource Directory

The library posts community contacts for practical needs. Some entries may be dated, so call the listed organization through its own current website before traveling or sharing private information.

Role: local public-health contact and service directory; geography: Fayette County, Ohio; cost/eligibility: clinic and program costs or eligibility vary—confirm with the health department; emergency limit: not emergency medical response | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Fayette County Health Department — State Directory

Use the Ohio Department of Health directory to confirm current Fayette County Public Health contact details and ask which service fits your question.

Role: local health-care access point; geography: Washington Court House and Fayette County; cost/eligibility: appointment, insurance, service, and fee details vary—confirm with the provider; emergency limit: for a life-threatening emergency call 911 | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Adena Health Center — Fayette

Adena lists a Fayette health-center location in Washington Court House. Call to ask about current services, scheduling, accessibility, and what insurance or payment information to bring.

Role: county government and court navigation; geography: Fayette County seat in Washington Court House; cost/eligibility: court fees, filing rules, and office hours vary—verify with the relevant office; emergency limit: not emergency services | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Fayette County Courthouse and County Offices

The county's official website provides department and courthouse contacts. Ask which office handles the question before sharing personal details or making a trip.

Role: local nonprofit family, early-childhood, and senior-service programs; geography: Fayette County; cost/eligibility: varies by program—ask about age, household, income, current enrollment, and any fees; emergency limit: not emergency dispatch or guaranteed placement | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Fayette County Community Action — Family and Senior Programs

The Commission lists Head Start, Early Head Start, senior services, and other community programs. Contact the Commission to confirm current enrollment and which services are available locally.

Role: employment and workforce-service starting point; geography: Fayette County; cost/eligibility: training and support eligibility varies—confirm with the local office; emergency limit: not emergency response or income assistance guarantee | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Ohio Means Jobs — Fayette County

The county directory links local workforce services. Ask about current job-search, training, and appointment options and whether you need to register first.

Role: county law-enforcement and emergency-management information; geography: Fayette County; cost/eligibility: contact through official county department listings; emergency limit: immediate threat requires 911 | Each listing names its role, the area it serves, what cost or eligibility information is known (or what to confirm), and what it cannot provide in an emergency. A listing is not an endorsement or a promise of service.

Fayette County Sheriff's Office and Emergency Management

The county site lists Sheriff's Office and emergency-management contacts. Use non-emergency channels for questions that do not require an immediate response.

A note from the Alliance

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

This guide is anchored in Washington Court House, Ohio, 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