The Board of Community Guardians provides assistance to adult citizens who are not able to make decisions for themselves. Protected persons, or wards, under our guardianship have been deemed incapacitated or “developmentally disabled” by the court, therefore lack the insight to make safe decisions regarding their healthcare, financial, or basic care needs. Our role is to ensure these vulnerable adults are protected from exploitation, abuse, and neglect. The BOCG assists protected persons in decision-making related to finding safe housing, ensuring medical needs are seen to, financial needs, and exploring social support options.

The Board is currently at full capacity for referrals they are able to accept. We will re-evaluate applications in 2024, depending on the board’s ability to accept referrals at that time. Please re-submit any applications after the new year. Thank you.

Protected Person Referral Form

To refer someone to the Board of Community Guardians for assistance, please download the Protected Person Referral Form and email or mail the completed form and supporting documents to the following:

bannock.bofg@gmail.com

Mailing address:

Bannock County Board of Community Guardians
P.O. Box 901
Pocatello, ID 83204-0901

The Board of Community Guardians are volunteers who are appointed by the County Commissioners, per Idaho Code Title 15, Chapter 5, Part 6. Members must reside within the County and are appointed to a term of 4 years.