Services

Volunteer Guardianship Program

Serving Tuscarawas County, Ohio residents

When a person is unable to care for himself/herself or make sound decisions, a guardianship may be required. A guardianship is a court ordered relationship in which the guardian acts on behalf of the individual who becomes a ward. FLC assists family members or volunteers through the legal process of establishing a guardianship.

Partner

The Full Life Center, Inc. (FLC) – Works with family members and/or the volunteer to establish a guardianship for the incompetent person.
Incompetent Individual – The person who is unable to care for himself/herself or make sound decisions.
Community – Any organization or person whose actions are on behalf of the incompetent individual. Can be: Nursing Home, Care Giver, Medical Facility, Family Member, Volunteer.

Establish

A community member requests a guardianship be established.
FLC assists families and volunteers with legal filings to establish and maintain the guardianship. The guardianship may be for:

CAN BE BOTH

Estate Only: The guardian controls the financial assets of the incompetent individual.

Person Only: The guardian assures the personal needs of the incompetent individual are met, including medical and housing.

CAN BE BOTH

Educate

FLC ensures volunteers feel empowered and well educated to properly perform their duties and responsibilities.
Volunteers/family members understand the needs of the incompetent individual and keep clear and concise records of their interactions.
Volunteers have access to advanced supportive services to help facilitate decisions.