People deemed unable to make their own health or financial decisions because of dementia, serious medical problems or other reasons are especially vulnerable.
‘Currently, guardianship in New York is comprised of a fractured network of providers ranging from Adult Protective Services, non-profits, and court-appointed lawyers that together fail to meet the growing need.’
Alleged victims of guardianship abuse and trust fraud have come forward to say that Eric Schneiderman’s office refused to investigate their complaints.
