[LEAKYSEALS951]

My father has this issue. It has been a huge source of stress. My suggestion is to develop an exit strategy from your client as soon as possible. You will not get anywhere with this, spend a lot of time being told to do impractical things (patch walls, etc), and in the end you will get blamed when it doesn't go right. Do not think you can talk sense into such a person. Develop an exit strategy now.

Edit: I read over this thread again and saw your earlier post about your relationship with the family. Do not let your loyalty to this cloud your decision making. Do whatever you feel right, but realize you are not going to solve this. All I can say is draw boundaries for your involvement in this. Good luck.

P.S.- I cannot watch the show hoarders- it hits too close to home.