Court Angel Program, Stark County Probate Court

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Advocacy & Human Rights
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Justice & Legal
People with Disabilities
Seniors

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110 Central Plaza SSuite 436Canton, OH 44702 United States

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https://www.starkcountyohio.gov/government/legal___judicial/probate_court/volunteer.php

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Stark County Senior/Disabled Adult Visitor Program

Flexible Schedule | Canton, OH 44702

Help Stop Elder Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation in Stark County! In Stark County, there are over 2,000 individuals (wards) under the care of a court-appointed guardian. The majority of these individuals are seniors or adults with physical or mental disabilities that are unable to make decisions about their health and living situation. To ensure their well-being, Court Angel volunteers visit these individuals in their homes, aiming to bring some joy into their day while also checking for potential signs of abuse, neglect, and exploitation. They ensure that the wards receive the care they are supposed to receive from their guardians and caregivers. Court Angels then provide the court with up-to-date information about the wards. This information is invaluable to the court when making recommendations or issuing orders for improvements, if necessary. Thankfully, because of this program, most of our wards receive adequate care. During the visits, volunteers observe the ward's residence and engage in conversations with the wards, guardians, and caregivers to understand the ward's needs. To document their observations and offer recommendations, Court Angels use a standardized reporting form. Generally, ward visits take approximately one hour and volunteers have the flexibility to choose the location within the county that suits them best. Volunteers typically conduct 3-4 visits per month. To become a Court Angel, applicants undergo a background check, watch a training video, and shadow court staff members on ward visits. Individuals should possess good communication and listening skills, exhibit friendliness and common sense, be willing to use the provided reporting form, and have a genuine desire to ensure that individuals with serious mental or physical disabilities receive high-quality care. ( Must be 18 or older, pass a background check, and have a valid driver license with own transportation.)

Date Posted: 2024-04-15

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The Court Angel Program serves some of our most vulnerable citizens -- those who are unable to care for themselves due to a physical or mental disability. Court Angel volunteers are appointed by the Probate Court to visit designated wards to verify that the wards are receiving proper care.

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Court Angels volunteer one or more days per month to make visits to adult wards at local hospitals, nursing homes, group homes and private residences. The visitors report their findings to the Probate Court where appropriate action can be taken. This monitoring assists the Court in protecting wards from situations which may result in neglect or exploitation.

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