Hoarders: Before & After: Althia’s Home Facing Hoarding Fines (Season 11) | A&E

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Althia's home gets completely clean and transformed by Cory and the crew in this clip from Season 11, Episode 3, "Althia (#120)." #Hoarders
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[@ziggymontana7007]

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[@ambermedellin6832]

Please put the whole episode or do Mary and Annie from season 5!

[@joedirte6525]

Get woke go broke A&E

[@claudiamodena9999]

Gracias por todo lo que hacen .Por gente que está enferma. Aparte son motivadores para uno darse cuenta de cuántas cosas innecesarias guarda . Hace años que me propuse ver videos de Minimalismo no me etiquetó con ningún nombre . Porque trato de rodearme con las cosas que me gustan y sean útiles. Pero estudiando una vez una psicóloga me dijo que todos teníamos un acumulador dentro . Y pensé Yo no . Y cuando ví las carteras y ropas que tenía . Dije tiene razón. Ahí me puse a sacar ropa etc . Y me costo mucho . Es por eso que para mí sus videos me encantan !!! Y valoro todo el trabajo que hacen .

[@laurenw1339]

There needs to be follow up episodes! I am so curious how they are doing. I imagine there is such an amazing life turn around in so many aspects of their life - relationships, health, careers, and overall happiness. Pleeease make some followups!!

[@kathlenecharbonneau]

I have never seen a house with somebody's name built right into it. That place is a mansion! I love how appreciative she seemed.

[@johannas.l.brushane2518]

It seems as if there's different kind of hoarders, not everyone is extremely attached to their stuff, I've seen a couple of episodes from british tv where some clings on to disposed chewing gum wraps and then there's others who seem as if they more git stuck in a severe depression and they couldn't cope and the pile of junk just grew, often these had entered the hoarding when their spouse died, divorced them or fallen ill. They also are relieved and grateful to people cleaning up, and of course, a depression has little chance of improving if there' s barely no space to breath in what was once a home.

[@therockbottom5256]

Yes. That house was built for her by a man that loved her a lot

[@kimsmith819]

I haven't watched the video yet but the house looks beautiful on the outside and like you said, a mansion. Can't wait to see the results

[@sandysmom100]

I love brick homes! Looks beautiful!

[@RigginTheRod010]

@꧁MrsMusicJunkie꧂ lol yep they could flip those for good money

[@NotAyyOhFee]

Her house is beautiful, and so is her personality. It's like she was 10 years younger once she saw the inside and how clean it was. Adorable.

[@kaywee4200]

That was my spoiler from you to grab tissues lmfao. If she's this adorable, tears are coming 🤣😂

[@kaywee4200]

Yup her reaction did it. She is so cute omg 😭😍

[@NotAyyOhFee]

@@kaywee4200 i know!! Hope the tissues helped!

[@cindylemons9677]

I want to see entire show now!! She is the cutest lady & so appreciative!!

[@lisaryherd4685]

I just don’t understand how anyone with a hoarding condition can refuse aftercare therapy, just because the house is cleaned doesn’t mean the problem is gone, it absolutely does not just go away!!!!

[@rachmi3810]

Finally someone think the same thing, i mean this something to do with the issue their facing either with their frustration or depression maybe, but this is something not normal to me.

[@dirajibril]

True. There's a reason why she'd been in that situation and she can go back to hoarding again

[@clov1794]

to be honest, cleaning her mess helps a lot, it will help her realize that there are people care about her, i suffer the same and now little bit ok, depression really sucks. can't control the sadness

[@svasianfilipiname6603]

She refused it? I didn't see the whole thing.

[@awesomeandy8588]

@@svasianfilipiname6603 She didn't technically refuse it. She just has yet to take advantage of therapy.

[@audrab27]

First time I've ever seen a giant name on a house

[@LuLu-gc3qn]

Obviously, he did love and adore her. He was the real hoarder! She was the victim of love and loyalty. I am so glad they were able to help her!

[@svasianfilipiname6603]

I want that to happen to me! Not the hoarding part but the name haha.

[@gillcassidy9094]

I will never get over the size of these houses and the amount of land they have.

[@Setsuna_F_Seiei]

This is how humans should live. Cities are too cramped.

[@dbrizzo8786]

Common in the southern states@@Setsuna_F_Seiei

[@kelseys90u90]

She’s too cute with her beekeeping hat on and her big smile. 🌸

[@angelshanafelter6089]

Althia must have been stunning when she was young. She's still beautiful now!!

[@bd3966]

she was I watched the full episode and they showed her younger pics, quite the beauty.

[@LyonsArcade]

They showed her younger, but to be honest, she's a better looking old lady than she was a lovely looking young lady. She's aged very gracefully. Her 91 year old mother on the show was also very pretty.

[@cynthia4680]

It’s definitely cleaner than most of the hoarder homes. I don’t see mice and rats.

[@RigginTheRod010]

Yea you could tell that she at least cleaned the bathroom.

[@maau5trap273]

Because she basically has a mansion

[@maau5trap273]

Not to include a small warehouse in the back. And a whole truck wagon in the back fill from the the front to the back

[@Songs-lr4wt]

@@maau5trap273 a beautiful one

[@emilye126]

This family was one of my favorite full length episodes..Althia is precious.

[@Angultra]

Unfortunately most of the vehicles she just towed to friends' properties (couldn't let go of a single one) and only a few rooms were cleaned with most things put in boxes. She rehoarded the garage and refused aftercare so I'm worried the house will go back to the previous condition before long.

[@universalexplorer5957]

Is this out by valley or is this the house behind walmart? (But o slightly recall them moving the house behind walmart) I coulda swore I've been through every spot in newark and heath. If you're not a local my mistake

[@Angultra]

@@cylaisawesome In the full episode, at the end they always give a brief update.

[@winter2625]

I need someone to explain to me how a little old lady who walks with a cane can hoard anything?! How does she pick up boxes and move stuff around? How does she go out and haul back new stuff?

[@BettyBoop1938]

@@universalexplorer5957 This house is at the end of Ramp Lane (a dead-end road), off Heath Road, west off SR79. Heath Road is just south of the Bob Evans restaurant.

[@universalexplorer5957]

@@BettyBoop1938 ohhh okay. Over by the airport. I dont know exactly which one is ramp, but my moms ex worked at Boeing off Irving wick so I know which area you're talking about. I appreciate it. Do you know where they moved the house that used to be behind the heath walmart? I was pretty young but I remember it being kind of a big deal. Like it was a historical thing or something I'm not too sure but I've always been curious but I cant really google "house behind walmart" lol

[@butterflysnme724]

I feel for Ms Althia. I can understand how it can get bad. I deal with depression myself and sometimes it's just too much.

[@ericapullum3708]

Her house is beautiful

[@mrjv750li]

Yup like u

[@KM-nq7ez]

Huge house...really beautiful. She seems like a sweet woman.

[@JoonieJuice]

What a sweet adorable woman. I just wanted to jump in the TV & hug her when she had her breakdown in the backyard about being left behind without her deceased husband. Her mom was hurt & upset seeing her daughter losing it but she told the truth... Julius is gone & never coming back. Plus she already she admitted she never liked him lol. Cory & the doc were so kind & patient with her. I think this was the 1st time I've seen Cory be this patient with someone. It was really incredible because I can't imagine how frustrating it is. But who could be mad at her? She's too sweet. I really hope her family friends & the community there can help her with the rest of the house

[@tastx3142]

I became physically disabled and my son moved several times and just left stuff at my house. I couldn’t bend or lift so had to adapt to what I could do and things didn’t get done. I don’t have a problem getting rid of things but physically trying to do it is the stumbling block. People think that I hoard but the only things that I buy are things that are eaten or used up within a short time. Since I couldn’t work I gave away boxes of clothes who helped gather them and expressed surprise that I didn’t have an issue getting rid of them. People don’t understand how physical debility limits you to necessary things. My kitchen and bathroom are kept clean, I still have to cook and go to the grocery store, I still pull weeds, water plants, do laundry and I take care of my 2 dogs. I don’t have any energy left to do anything else. People who are in good health don’t understand.

[@katymcginn4644]

💜 BLESS YOUR HEART, I COMPLETELY UNDERSTAND. I'M DISABLED TOO. NOW I'M IN A WHEELCHAIR. I HOPE THAT YOU WILL BE OKAY, TAKE CARE 🙏💜

[@thebarefootwitch5564]

I struggle with chronic illness and fatigue and there are some weeks where everything gets ontop of me. I embraced minimalism and it’s helped so much to keep ontop of the chores.

[@sophielegay4104]

I totally understand, I'm in the same place. Well, I don't have a son but my mother keep a part of her hoard in my garage. I would like to be a minimalist but I have 0 energy to get rid of stuff. Even cleaning is hard. Keep strong !

[@svasianfilipiname6603]

I wonder if I'd had said this, I would've gotten a lot of upvotes for it 😞 because I understand you and your situation! I don't have a disability but in the recent past, I broke my toe against a brick divider (and I'm 37) and yet I couldn't do simple walking for a couple of days to a week! I had to use a scooter and cane to get around and it hurt horribly! I can imagine what it's like for people who are in that condition for months or years on end! I don't know if I would have been able to handle it!

[@happyhorse1028]

Thank you for making me appreciate my good health just that little bit more. I hope that your health improves so much that you are also able to take it for granted.

[@swatipandey6709]

This is one of the few episodes where the hoarder is really appreciative of what the cleaners did!

[@SpaceViking2000]

This episode was hard to watch. Unlike the rest that I’ve watched so far, she seemed so sweet and was crushed by a dream

[@svasianfilipiname6603]

How'd she get a semi and a boat in there is what I wanna know!

[@C4TC4T]

Yeah, she seemed like such a kind person, almost radiating it; also all of her family members are wonderful people as well

[@gailcarey3597]

It’s really sad this home can’t be fully appreciated. So many can barely afford a roof over their head.

[@tawnie8550]

She seems like such a beautiful lady.. She was glowing and so appreciative... Loved this!!!

[@auntlinda7132]

What a sweetie. I would gladly help her. Her home is beautiful. Hopefully, the removal of clutter brought peace to her gentle spirit. 💖

[@wendydayz6673]

Atheila's home is actually very beautiful

[@53brunella]

She is the 1st person who I heard say Thank You! What a beautiful place

[@rhyfelwrDuw]

What a really sweet lady - her enthusiasm when she saw the after was wonderful!

[@bigb853]

Either she was a super young mother or goodness she is ageing amazingly!!!!!

[@DD-d6d3]

Those are her siblings, not her kids

[@jeanne8507]

D D - Veronica is her daughter.

[@frothe42]

Most black woman age very well! One in my building is in her 80's and I thought she was in her 60's! The cane is a giveaway to true age, as well as one's hands.

[@strawberrie6491]

shes black

[@LyonsArcade]

She is well into her 70's, on the show they said she married her husband and moved into that house in 1971. The husband built onto it for years, the reason it's so big is because he expanded in every direction, even built a second story on it with his wife's name in the bricks! Then he died, and the dumbass doctor told her to forget her dream of finishing the house.

[@missvida6251]

She is too precious! I am glad to see her let go and find peace. And I have to give it up to the psychologist, the cleaners and her brother. They all came together and worked magic!

[@hi-xf7cj]

Her brother was amazing. Althia was loved by so many wonderful family and friends. Even though her husband was dead you could tell how much he loved her.

[@katelambert6809]

It always makes me chuckle when hoarders have the "bless this mess" sign

[@SarenaHernandez]

😂😂😂

[@sandyinkwiggyyassqueen2181]

Althia is an absolute sweetheart. She deserves the best of everything. And her family is amazing. 🙏

[@luvshellnotime4it]

He says when you guys come over are you gonna sleep on this ...no I hollered

[@shannymacky]

It's not often that you see hoarders as appreciative as she is about such a huge change. It can be hard to left things go, but it's beautiful to see someone embrace the opportunity to start a new journey!

[@Love.Yourself.1976]

The house and property... Beautiful!

[@42893alison]

The house is so big and beautiful.

[@debbieturvey4225]

What a gorgeous home. My goodness how wonderful that the help was able to remind Althia how beautiful her home is.

[@laurelshugars2866]

What a sweetheart. It's so refreshing to see someone so appreciative of the work done for her. Nice.

[@exotic_clan3502]

That’s a big a$$ house🤣

[@spenn6942]

I never seen someone so grateful and happy. What a sweetie.

[@thelanguageofthebirds]

The style of the house underneath all the clutter is STUNNING

[@Devanbree]

It’s a lovely house. And I love how she tells them she appreciates it!

[@kaybrown4010]

You lifted the world off her shoulders! 🙏🏻

[@vintagebrew1057]

The problem seems to be "space". Horders use all the stuff as a cocoon from all the issues in their lives. The hardest part must be finding yourself with all that "space" again.

[@cuteboysss]

She could of sold some stuff at the flea market and online.

[@MsLady-sd6pz]

This the comment I was looking for. My thoughts exactly

[@ladyvent]

I watched the episode last night & the credits said she re hoarded her garage.

[@Angultra]

With discount tiles for her wishful thinking of renovating the house, she didn't change at all.

[@Tinasburrito666]

Dammit

[@LaurieAnnCurry]

That makes me sad

[@ec1358]

My goodness Athina is so beautiful and her house is Amazing! I can feel her grief and this episode brought tears to my eyes. Bless them all 🙏🏾

[@mrsg9268]

What a beautiful family and a beautiful house.

[@SuperBenette]

She was smilling so happily that it touched my heart, dont brake your own heart girl, you fill the space with your personality not with things and it would be a pleasure for everyone. Be blessed.

[@bethanyconley154]

People with hoarding need help with there house so thay can have a Normal life until thay die.And god bless you

[@jessmackiedo6717]

I just loved watching this family. And her house is amazing. In a way I think she is still mourning and I think she wants to finish the house because she think that’s what her husband would have wanted. The bond between her and her brother is absolutely amazing. I was really hoping she accepted the advantages of the aftercare they offer. Her mom and aunt remind me of my grandmother and great grandmother.

[@bd3966]

she did end up re-hoarding her garage with tiles for her kitchen i think it was and refused aftercare therapy :( it said she was still determined to finish her house.

[@dadycreations100]

She's one of the cleanest hoarder I've ever seen, at the beginning she's actually trowing away the trash in a bin!

[@sammyjo8109]

Althia, you have a BEAUTIFUL home and beautiful furniture. Please continue to address the rest of the house so you can spend quiet days enjoying your life in your home. do not hesitate to ask for assist as I can tell you are a much loved woman with caring family and friends to help. May God continue to bless you.

[@midgie4410]

That's a nice house! I love how appreciative the lady was!

[@jackgarand7284]

Beautiful home wow. She looked beautiful with that hat on and her eyes sparkled when see saw the clean up.

[@elliesings9508]

I understand that feeling of being overwhelmed

[@she4142]

I always happy with all of the People, who declutter her Homes😃🏡. It feels sooo more better in there🤗

[@heidilacy9812]

The one thing I never understand is when a hoarder has food that doesn't getting eaten, it bothers me for some reason.

[@reenwolf6066]

Maybe cause most of the time it's so expired that it's not sanitary

[@peggypeggy4137]

It bothers me too. Unless they can get into the habit of cleaning their fridge thoroughly before they shop weekly, the food will go bad. Neglect the it long enough, it will ruin the fridge too. Especially with pests.

[@happyhorse1028]

Never been in an issue in any house that I have ever lived in. Food always gets eaten and quickly at that.

[@linadowning218]

What a beautiful looking home. The outside house looks amazing

[@Dachdogoriginal]

I could never do that job. It's too overwhelming. I live a very very basic life. I have very little furniture. It is freeing to be a minimalist. I once had a house and many possessions. I sold everything and moved to a 3rd world country with a total of 8 suitcases and I have remain almost as basic. I can understand her when she says she can't deal with all she has, the house is too much for her. I felt that for her. I never want to own a house again.

[@krepler]

Being minimal is the best way

[@Dachdogoriginal]

@@krepler i feel free. And have more money and time for other things.

[@KristenKaroleigh]

What's the point of your comment other than to brag about how much better you are than this lady?

[@Dachdogoriginal]

@@KristenKaroleigh I am in no way better than her. I am not speaking about her. I am speaking of the ones that work helping people like this and that I do NOT have the ability they do because I would be too overwhelmed. Like she said she is. I actually feel for her. So why do you think I am judging her by saying I couldn't cope doing that job.

[@shellie5617]

@@Dachdogoriginal I don't think you were speaking about 'her'...but...you certainly seemed to be talking about 'you'...not the 'job'. It's not necessary that a person move to a 'third world' country in order to simplify their way of life. In general, the more stuff one has, the more work one has to put in to maintain it.

[@LadyAngela678]

Amazing!! I’ve never seen someone more appreciative!

[@matblack9288]

I love the new Hoarders format! A lot more refreshing & invigorating! ❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰

[@DorisPayne348]

🙋🏽‍♀️ I want my name on my house, too! That is beautiful!!!

[@DHarvey-Scarola]

When Althia said “OMG”, I felt that.

[@aprilsmith3683]

You look so happy with your home... Well done for getting this far... My smile is as wide as yours is now... 🇿🇦

[@gushater]

I'm glad she's willing to have her home cleaned

[@AnimeLover4Life3395]

Her daughter gave me an uber ride once. Such lovely people, I hope the best for them.

[@mrdavesir9775]

She's the "Ain't nobody got time for that!" lady's mama

[@plexoduss]

I love to see how people are rescued from their drowning in stuff. I sincerely hope that their mind gets opened up also.

[@jnicole4993]

Can we talk about how cute Miss Altheia is? Skin is flawless 😍

[@kayceecagara5171]

I love the reaction.. So much appreciation ❤️

[@hatchdog02]

What a beautiful home thank you for sharing

[@kimbernard9250]

What a gorgeous house! Does my heart good to see it cleaned up inside and out.

[@smashinggranol6247]

Her home is almost as FABULOUS and BEAUTIFUL as her and her personality is. I hope that someone will come back and help her with the rest of the cleaning later. This was a JOY to watch!!❤ You are LOVED, Althia!

[@mastiffpeople4868]

I watch hoarders because I have OCD...I clean obsessively.

[@genisedavis527]

Me too 😌

[@LuLu-gc3qn]

I get so depressed by most of them, that I practically kill myself cleaning. Tonight my husband said, "Gee, Hon, don't you think you should take it easy tomorrow? You sure have been doing a lot of work." Of course, I responded, "Are you kidding? We are getting older. Pretty soon we won't be able to get rid of stuff! And I don't want our kids to end up on the Hoarder's Show, while we are in the nursing home!" He sort of laughed, but I think he gets it! We just have a lifetime of stuff. So we are giving it away, while we can watch our kids and other people enjoy it. At least it is just stuff and not filthy trash!

[@godluvmeluvu]

Me too.

[@smashinggranol6247]

When I was younger, I lived with OCD. THEN, like a BAD hoarder. NOW, I feel like I'm terrified I'm going to go back to those ways. I'm trying not to tip into either direction so I go through things often, I accumulate memories in the form of DOING things, not purchases or collections, I make sure everything has a place and that I can keep it clean. If I don't have a lot of stuff, I don't have to worry about being busy fussing over my home. I ALSO, try to be mindful of others that hoard so I'm not giving them things to collect.

[@reagaborno26]

Kindda OCD too

[@childearth4039]

It's a spacious and elegant property to own. Hope the owner can really enjoy it after the clear up.

[@charmaccents6278]

Wow, that's a gorgeous mansion!

[@hellohowrubye]

There should be part two of every house

[@pamcarter6595]

That was awesome and you could tell she was so appreciative...it was a very nice house..I like her name on the bricks outside and the angle in the back up on a ledge...💜💜💜

[@somayaelgammal1367]

Her reaction is priceless😍 She has a very beautiful home and a good taste 💚

[@wj-s4378]

Ms. Althia's story broke my heart. Her and husband had big dreams for their future home but he left her behind and she wasn't able to carry the dream forward without him. But hopefully after this clean out she will be able to make their dream come true with the help of family and friends. Much ❤ & Respect for you Ms. Althia!! Please do a future update on this beautiful woman💋💋. But I understand if she need to let this dream of finishing this home go. I would personally have to sell it and get away if it was overwhelming me that much.

[@dalila4934]

I. dream. to. have. my. own house! and. make. it. shine ! 😭😭

[@selfesteem3447]

Best wishes to you Dalilia💛on owning your own home.

[@Witdaweedhoe2]

Shes actually a very energetic and hilarious woman.i recently had the opportunity to meet her because she needed a handyman.

[@GreyBlackD]

The most appreciative hoarder ever seen.

[@emmamendoza5050]

should do a follow up episode, one year after the clean up....

[@itsacarolbthing5221]

Althia is just adorable!

[@lisastacy9538]

What a beautiful home! I would die for a home like that!

[@lucindagaskill7137]

Her happiness and relief was wonderful to see.

[@diannaperry8116]

Beautiful house. She was so happy and looked so much better after her home was clean.

[@jennyfoster792]

Aww lovely lady and such a beautiful home X

[@daniellededrick95]

That house is beautiful now!!

[@will16320]

this show is lifesaving

[@avuncular300]

Lovely lady who was truly appreciative of the help offered.I hope that she will be able to complete the cleaning and remain clutter free.

[@bettyking1495]

This lady has a beautiful home you are TRULY blessed & you're a beautiful LADY God BLESS u & your family thank God for ANGLES ❤🙏🏽🌞

[@shicruisin7004]

Wow, how bright her FACE looks now! Removing her stuff took 30 years off of her face!

[@AnnaHerrick]

Hoarders have a real mental issue! Many feel they can’t live without being surrounded by stuff! I feel sorry for them because they have a real battle to win!

[@genisedavis527]

They did an Amazing job 👍

[@amyj4071]

Best Response Ever from a Hoarder seeing the new results. 😊❤

[@elliesings9508]

What a beautiful home and yard

[@tinasnewzealand]

I hope nobody rips here off..she has some beautiful ol skool cars worth a pretty penny as well as beautiful objects in her home..What a awesome woman..BLESS her and the Fam...New Zealand

[@user-wm7ny3ty2n]

"Let go of your dreams." "Give up on that dream of finishing your house. Its never going to happen!" Two phrases no one should EVER have to hear in such an emotional state. Dr. Thompkins should be fired. Harsh reality IS better than false hope (Downton Abby) however, but not in this case. His little pep talks were heartbreaking!

[@cherylrundle1320]

Off to a great start looks so nice the living rooms 🙂

[@JOHANNA-qd6iz]

What a stunning house 4 of us live in a 2 bedroom flat (UK) no garden when I see these houses being used as trash can it breaks a bit more off my heart.

[@theriawilliams818]

Beautiful Home..

[@darleneking1629]

Beautiful home!