Central Oregon Guardian Assistance Program
Overview
When a person lacks the capacity to make their own decisions and doesn’t have a family member or trusted friend to serve in that important role as a surrogate decision-maker, they can often end up in situations where they are unable to care for themselves and are unable to maintain their previous quality of life. This is where COGAP steps in. We provide assistance to people who may need the services of a guardian or conservator on behalf of a loved one, but do not know how to get their friend or family member the help they need. Our professional fiduciaries are able to be appointed as a guardian and/or conservator for those in Central Oregon who need it most.
From their website
“The Central Oregon Guardian Assistance Program (COGAP) is on a mission to provide pro bono guardianship services to central Oregonians with limited means who are incapacitated and as a result, unable to make medical, housing, and financial decisions for themselves. We help people who are unable to make decisions regarding medical treatment, housing and nutrition due to a lack of capacity by providing pro bono guardianship services to those in need. Often these individuals may be unhoused, dealing with learning or cognitive disabilities, mental health conditions, dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease, or substance abuse disorders.”
Michael Boll
Village Community Guide
Payment Options
- Pro Bono Legal, and Advisement
Services Provided
- Fiduciary
- Guardianship
- Conservator
- Advice
- Education and Training
Ages
- Adults