Completion of this 1-hour virtual recorded event & exam will result in a certificate for 1 continuing education unit through the Center for Guardianship Certification (CGC). Diagnosis is not an automatic signal for guardianship. In this presentation, we examine the Britney Spears debacle, compare it to other diagnosed adults, and explore the appropriateness of alternative solutions including limited guardianship and...
Completion of this 1-hour virtual recorded event & exam will result in a certificate for 1 continuing education unit through the Center for Guardianship Certification (CGC). Seize the Data! But not the confusing, inaccessible annual reports of yesteryear. This session explores updated ways to collect and use important data to create useful reports that adhere to NGA Standards. Big data...
Completion of this 3-hour virtual recorded event & exam will result in a certificate for 3 continuing education units through the Center for Guardianship Certification (CGC). Anger, in all its forms, presents an emotional and tactical challenge to guardians, case workers, and care givers. For many folks, the stakes are high and patience is short. This interactive, web-based workshop teaches...
Completion of this 1-hour virtual recorded event & exam will result in a certificate for 1 continuing education unit through the Center for Guardianship Certification (CGC). This workshop provides an overview of LGBTQIA+ disparities, demographics, and terminology, as well as key strategies for bringing high-quality care and services to LGBTQIA+ people. Participants will also learn about creating LGBTQIA+-inclusive environments of...
Completion of this 3-hour virtual recorded event & exam will result in a certificate for 3 continuing education units through the Center for Guardianship Certification (CGC). Find your “true north” as a guardian by focusing on 5 guideposts. During this introductory workshop, you will learn fundamental principles of guardianship in Massachusetts including how guardians get appointed, how to determine what...
Short video overview of our Guardianship Basics Series.
Effective Guardians observe clients’ skills and actions in order to understand where autonomy is possible or where immediate help is required. This document breaks adult living skills and procedures into six useful categories. Use it to document what you observe and notate urgent actions you need to take to ensure someone’s safety and comfort.
Every contact with an individual under guardianship provides a chance to learn more about the person’s skills, needs, and situation. This important information must be documented and provided to the Massachusetts Family and Probate Court in 60-Day Care Plan and Annual Care Plan Reports. Use this form to notate what you observe, discuss and take action on.
Accurate, thorough documentation is essential to successful Guardianship. This job aid provides a single file where Guardians can organize important facts about an individual’s current situation, history, and needs.
What goes into making an informed decision about medical treatment for an individual under guardianship? This downloadable job aid prompts Guardians to investigate thoroughly and document accurately as you determine whether or not to give informed consent.