Networking Group | Tuesday, April 11, 2023 3-4 PM EDT

 Join this 1-hour virtual meeting and connect with our community of guardians, conservators, social workers, case managers, attorneys, and folks learning about guardianship. On April 11, 2023, our monthly networking group explores the new “Bill of Rights for Adults with Guardians.” This powerful document clarifies can be used in many ways to strengthen relationships and...

Support Group | Wednesday, April 26, 2023 1 PM – 2 PM EDT

The Center for Guardianship Excellence leads a support group for guardians.  During this informal hour, Dr. Heather Connors, Executive Director for The Center guides participants through interactive discussions that draw out your challenges, concerns, problems and solutions. Participants leave with practical advice and resources for addressing family and professional guardianship real-world situations. There is no...

Mental Health Awareness Month Interview with Kimmie Jordan | Monday, May 1, 2023 1 PM – 2 PM EDT

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, The Center for Guardianship Excellence presents an interactive discussion with mental health expert instructor and professional guardian, Kimmie Jordan, CPRP, LMFT, LADAC, NCG. Ms. Jordan will answer questions about best practices for working with people who live with diagnosed and undiagnosed mental illness; symptoms and treatments; and the...

Networking Group: Supported Decision Making | Tuesday, May 9, 2023 3-4 PM EDT

Join this 1-hour virtual meeting and connect with our community of guardians, conservators, social workers, case managers, attorneys, and folks learning about guardianship.  On May 9, 2023, our monthly networking group explores alternatives to guardianship including Supported Decision-Making. Which US states are recognizing SDM alongside or instead of guardianship? And, what can adults in other...

Support Group | Friday, May 19, 2023 11 AM – 12 PM EDT

The Center for Guardianship Excellence leads a support group for guardians. *PLEASE NOTE - THE MAY SUPPORT GROUP IS ON FRIDAY MAY 19* During this informal hour, Dr. Heather Connors, Executive Director for The Center guides participants through interactive discussions that draw out your challenges, concerns, problems and solutions. Participants leave with practical advice and...

Guardianship Ethics in Practice | Wednesday, May 24, 2023 1 PM – 4 PM EDT

Guardianship Ethics in Practice teaches professional and family guardians how to make decisions that are good for the person with a guardian and for the guardian or conservator. Built on the principles outlined by The National Guardianship Association, this training shows practical ways to apply 3 categories of ethical principles.   Participants will learn: 1)...

Elder Abuse Prevention Month Interview with Taryn Lee-Turgeon, JD | Thursday, June 1, 2023 1 PM – 2 PM EDT

In honor of the annual Elder Abuse Prevention and Awareness Month, The Center for Guardianship Excellence presents an interactive discussion with Elder Rights Advocate, Attorney Taryn Lee-Turgeon, JD. Ms. Lee-Turgeon will answer questions about the many types of elder abuse, the symptoms to recognize, and the steps to take that could save someone’s life. Participants...