Stories Of Conservatorships Gone Wrong

Cavan’s Story >>
A deaf person with intellectual disabilities who is conserved by the California Department of Developmental Services.

Katherine Carter’s Story>>
A woman with dementia who was placed in a predatory and abusive conservatorship in Alameda County.

Martin’s Story >>
A man with autism and traumatic brain injury was removed from his family and put in an abusive conservatorship with a professional fiduciary. Despite many siblings who want to take over as conservator, the judge keeps the conservatorship with professionals who are charging enormous and scandalous fees.

Peter Max’s story >>
The extraordinary internationally recognized artist has been under an abusive guardianship by a professional who is not allowing regular and complete access by his own children.

Nichelle Nichols’ story >>
The “Star Trek” actress who played Lt. Uhura is conserved by her son, who is accused of financial abuse and isolating his mother from her friends and supporters.

The California Landscape:
Confronting the Conservatorship Crisis >>
A panel discussion at UCLA Law School, sponsored by Repair.