Brazos Bend Guardianship Services

Programs: Corporate guardianship program. Bbgs is legally appointed by the courts to serve as the legal guardian of incapacitated adults when no family member is willing or qualified to serve as his/her legal guardian. Our role is to ensure the overall wellbeing of the person under our guardianship by monitoring the quality of care they receive and making the best decisions for their housing, medical, clothing, nutritional and other needs. We also oversee the appropriate management of the person's funds, and make regular visits to help prevent any mistreatment or abuse. Bbgs staff is on call 24/7 with the program.

guardian assistance program. Bbgs provides an assistance program to help families that are up to 250% above the poverty level. The avg. Cost for a family to obtain guardianship can range from $1500-$3000. This is cost prohibitive for many families. To qualify for this program, a family must submit an application and provide proof of income. The assistance program is a sliding scale fee program. We are able to offer because of a collaboration with fort bend lawyers care.

guardianship information sessions. Bbgs hosts free bi-monthly information sessions in the community to help educate families about obtaining legal guardianship of an incapacitated loved one. Why guardianship may be necessary, the steps ionvolved in obtaining guardianship, a guardian's role, and alternatives to guardianship is explained during these sessions. Bbgs also discusses the guardianship assistance program available and how families can apply. An attorney is present at these sessions to a