Publication

 March 2017

The Guardian Reporter March 2017

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Overview

The Guardian Reporter is the newsletter of The Guardianship Project (TGP), a demonstration project of the Vera Institute of Justice. In this newsletter you will learn about TGP staff and how the project is expanding in New York City. Readers will also learn about issues affecting adult guardianship as a whole, such as Falk’s Law, and the Elder Abuse and Protection Act.

Publication Highlights

  • Each newsletter includes a featured case study on one of TGP’s clients – highlighting the hard work our staff does for each individual.

  • A letter from the director addressing what is new and has recently been accomplished by TGP’s staff.

  • Project highlights and newsworthy events that have taken place since the last newsletter.

Key Facts

In 2016, The Guardianship Project extended service into the Bronx, where it now has 10 clients.
TGP saved Medicaid $2.6 million in 2016 alone, according to a cost analysis.
TGP prioritizes keeping clients in the community rather than costly institutions. 60% of our clients are in the community.

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