Senior Life: Become a guardian volunteer for vulnerable neighbors

Last month, I wrote about the needs of senior homeowners when they are unable to care for property. I included my thoughts about a lack of resources for these individuals. But what about the individuals themselves who are unable to care for themselves, let alone their property?

These vulnerable adults might be someone who qualifies for a legal guardian. The guidelines that our local Probate Court Judge Patricia Smith uses is based on whether the individual is first able to care for their own physical needs and finances, as well as the care of their home, whether it be an apartment or house.