Harm in Home 2

“Try to persuade and argue with the person, if they don’t tidy-up…”

“Imagine yourself in the person’s shoes and think about how you would feel…”

“Let the person know exactly how you feel, use judgemental language and non-verbal gestures to emphasise the point…”

“Match the person’s words with your own, showing empathy…”

“If the adult is not making quick progress, remove a few things to show it can be done…”

“Be encouraging in your approach and language…”

“Let’s help the person. Let’s be proactive. Arrange a clean-up squad and dispose of items considered of no value…”

“Highlight the adult’s strengths and any resilience in their situation…”

“Once you have developed a relationship, help the adult draw up a plan to move ahead…”

“Where the adult seems to put off decisions, take the initiative – suggest what you would do…”