Guardianship/Conservatorship Program
A court appointed guardian and/or conservator for individuals who are at-risk or have been victims of abuse, neglect or exploitation and lack the capacity to make decisions or manage their finances in their own best interest. Referrals are reviewed by a volunteer advisory committee before acceptance. Fees are $75.00 per hour, charged in quarter-hour increments. Services are provided to anyone regardless of ability to pay, as long as funding is available for the establishment and annual report filing costs. Christina Bird, Program Coordinator, is a Registered Guardian and an Oregon Certified Professional Fiduciary.

Guardianship Diversion Program
Includes assessment of needs, care monitoring, case management, assistance with bill-paying and money management, referral to and assistance with accessing entitlement programs, placement assistance and advocacy. Short-term advocacy services are available to assist individuals in locating and accessing community resources. Fees are $35.00 per hour, charged in quarter-hour increments. Services are provided to anyone regardless of ability to pay. A workbook to help families assess needs and find local resources is now available. Please call the office to request a copy. Louise Marsh, Program Coordinator, is a Registered Guardian, an Oregon Certified Professional Fiduciary and Certified Geriatric Care Manager.

Contact Louise Marsh for Assessment and Financial Management services at 503-657-1366.

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Grants awarded during fiscal year 2011 - 2012

• Wells Fargo Foundation
• PGE Foundation
• Hugh G. Starkweather Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation
• Portland Woman's Foundation
• Women's Care Foundation
• The Collins Foundation
• The Hoover Family Foundation
• Clackamas County
• Providence Community Grants