ABOUT
NORTHEASTERN NEVADA SAFE
Northeastern Nevada SAFE is an IRS 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing assistance to elders in guardianship cases. Our mission is to ensure the safety and well-being of elders who are in need of guardianship. We are committed to upholding the rights of elders and providing them with the support and resources they require during challenging times.
Northestern Nevada
SAFE
SAFE stands for Special Advocates for the Elderly. Currently, Northeastern Nevada SAFE is working to aid and protect elderly individuals who have court-appointed guardians through the kindness and commitment of volunteers within the community who recognize this need for change.
SAFE advocates are helping to discover and possibly prevent neglect, financial misconduct, and abuse by guardians or others involved with the protected persons care.
Northeastern Nevada SAFE is working to properly educate volunteers, guardians, and the community on guardianships and elder abuse as a whole. All in all, the SAFE program is helping to reduce this mass amount of crime against elders while offering education opportunities and information to those who need them.
OUR MISSION
HELPING ELDERS LIVE QUALITY LIVES
When an individual becomes limited in either both mental skills of physical abilities, the court may appoint someone to serve as his or her guardian. The court appointed guardian may be authorized to make decisions for the elder's benefit, including where the elder lives, his or her medical treatment, applications for aid, and other necessary decisions for the elder's everyday needs.
SAFE VOLUNTEERS PROVIDE
SAFE volunteers are trained and assisted in providing friendship and support to the appointed senior.
They also provide information as to whether or not the guardianship is appropriate for the elder and that they are receiving adequate care.
SAFE ensures that every elder they are advocating for is living a life with dignity, support, and meaning.
WHO IS A SAFE VOLUNTEER?
SAFE volunteers include anyone who has a passion and drive to care for and assist elders in their community. They can include young adults to other elders and beyond. This drive to help and serve can come from different experiences such as;
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A willingness to serve; or a strong sense of community.
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Having family members and friends in their personal life experiencing loneliness, a need for care, or guardianship.
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A desire to provide an older person a much needed voice.
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A drive to provide friendship, compassion, and understanding to an individual in need.
OUR
SUPPORTERS.
Northeastern Nevada SAFE collaborates with a network of dedicated partners who share our commitment to elder welfare. Our partners include legal firms, community organizations, and advocacy groups that work alongside us to safeguard the rights of elders in guardianship cases. Together, we aim to create a supportive and protective environment for elders, ensuring that they can live their lives with dignity and security.
