Hoarding Disorder Can Be Deadly: The Hidden Dangers Affecting Entire Communities
When clutter becomes a crisis, the consequences go far beyond the front door. On May 28, 2025, a fire broke out on Scott Avenue in Jeannette, right here in Westmoreland County. One life was lost. A firefighter was injured. And behind the headlines was a quiet,...
Blight, Uncovered: The Hidden Stories Behind Neglected Homes
In neighborhoods across America, blighted properties are often seen as eyesores—overgrown lawns, peeling paint, sagging porches. For some, they’re symbols of decline. For others, they’re just places to avoid. But for Matt Williams, founder of Fight the Blight Inc. in...
Why People with Hoarding Disorder Are Some of the Best People I Know
If you’ve never really gotten to know someone with hoarding disorder, it’s easy to focus on the piles. The clutter. The chaos. But if you look past the stuff — really look — what you’ll often find is a person who is kind, intelligent, creative, and deeply caring. In...
Why We’re Starting This Blog — And What You Can Expect
Welcome to the official Fight the Blight blog! We’ve launched this space to go beyond the headlines and share more of the heart behind our work. Whether we’re mowing an overgrown lawn for a senior who can no longer manage it, or walking alongside someone overwhelmed...