Buried in Treasures Program
This self-help program is offered to community members who are wanting to reduce the level of clutter in their home. In a safe, non-judgemental, small group setting, the program helps participants examine:
- how they came to accumulate too many possessions
- how to go about reducing their clutter
- how to stay motivated to work towards their goals.
The program consists of 16 x 2 hour weekly sessions and the group is co-facilitated by our Occupational Therapist in partnership with Uniting Tenancy Plus.
Community members 18 years and older who are residents of Maroondah, Knox and Yarra Ranges can register their interest by calling Paula on 9294 5729.
For more information on the Buried in Treasures program download the Buried in Treasures program brochure.
See also the Maroondah hoarding and squalor network Living a life less cluttered booklet (pdf, 2MB).
To enquire or make a booking, please call Paula on 9294 5729 or email: ot@maroondah.vic.gov.au
BITS Peer Support group (monthly)
This informal group meets monthly and is open to community members living in Maroondah, Knox or Yarra Ranges experiencing, or impacted by, excess clutter. Topics of interest are discussed, and practical ideas and tips are shared. Our Occupational Therapist supports the group.
The group meets monthly at Maroondah Council’s Federation Estate, 32 Greenwood Avenue, Ringwood (link to a map) on the first Tuesday of every month from 1pm - 3pm.
To enquire or make a booking, please call Paula on 9294 5729 or email: ot@maroondah.vic.gov.au
Less is More
The ‘Less is More’ decluttering program is considered for clients living within the City of Maroondah, who are over 65 years of age, eligible for the Commonwealth Home Support Program and referred to the Occupational Therapy service at Maroondah City Council.
‘Less is More’ is a short term, ‘in home’ program, for clients who would like to reduce their level of clutter. The program aims to give clients the skills to reduce clutter and create a safer home environment which they can successfully maintain. Less clutter in the home promotes independence in everyday tasks and reduces the risk of falls. The Occupational Therapist offers a non-judgemental, consultative and goal orientated approach. Clients will actively participate in the program with the completion of agreed tasks in between sessions.
Further information
If you have any questions about Commonwealth Home Support Program, My Aged Care or Maroondah Council’s services and how to access them, call our Aged and Disability Services team on 9294 5729 or email maroondah@maroondah.vic.gov.au.
Language help

To communicate with us in a language other than English, call our interpreter service on 131 450.
National Relay Service

If you are deaf, or have a hearing or speech impairment, contact us through the National Relay Service and give the Maroondah City Council number you want to call.