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Guardianship / Conservatorship
Guardian / Conservator Training ClassesFulfills Guardian/Conservator education requirements set by the Nebraska Probate Code. Classes are approved by Nebraska Supreme Court. University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension offers Guardian/Conservator education classes in all judicial districts. This class provides detailed information for those serving as guardian or conservator. Most classes are co-taught by a volunteer attorney through the Nebraska State Bar Association who answers general legal questions. Please call local contact person at least two days ahead of date of training. Registration fee is $30 cash/check payable to University of Nebraska-Lincoln at the class. State coordinator is Extension Educator Eileen Krumbach 20122012 Guardian/Conservator Training Classes across Nebraska by County - PDF file 2012 Guardian/Conservator Training Classes across Nebraska by Dates- PDF file Minors Youth in Nebraska who are 18 and under are considered minors and therefore guardianship is required* (with some exceptions). There are different requirements depending upon the type of guardianship. Less restrictive alternatives to full guardianship for decision making should be considered before a crisis hits. Guardian / Conservator Responsibilities What is guardianship?* *UNL Extension publications RELATED RESOURCESGuardianships/Conservatorships Required Forms used in County Court - provided by Nebraska Supreme Court UNL Extension Publications -- List of Guardianship NebGuides (in English and Spanish) Related NebGuides on Caregiving: National eXtension also offers help and resources for caregivers and guardians. | Related EducationHealthy Family CommunicationCommunication must be worked at in order to strengthen relationships and your family. Divorce & Step FamiliesDivorcing couples face parenting challenges and custody decisions. UNL Extension's Parents Forever program and resources help children, parents and families cope. |
Guardianship and conservatorship offer the most restrictive types of decision making needed when individuals cannot make decisions for themselves. This includes individuals birth to death: elderly because of health conditions, and minors because of age. 
