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Welcome
Welcome to Dakota Guardianship and Dakota Advocacy!
Dakota Guardianship is the only Non-Profit full-service guardianship organization in South Dakota. Here you will learn about our service lines, about our business and have the opportunity to live chat with our team members. Our staff has over 40 combined years experience in healthcare and advocacy. We're glad you stopped by and look forward to an opportunity to serve you!
Guardianship and Conservatorship
Dakota Guardianship offers court appointed guardianship services to incapacitated seniors, disabled adults, Veterans, and minors. DG cares for the personal interest of the vulnerable individual by ensuring appropriate living arrangements, providing benefit assistance, and managing health care with respective providers. Additionally DG will manage personal property and all asset reduction &/or protection to be eligible for Medicaid if applicable. This service is provided by DG staff that are South Dakota State Certified Conservators and includes reporting and accountability to stakeholders & court.
Dakota Advocacy has years of experience working with elder abuse & neglect cases. Elder abuse includes physical or emotional harm inflicted upon an older adult. Elder financial exploitation, or neglect of their welfare often happens by people who are directly responsible for their care. Other times elder adults are confused and lack the mental or physical capacity to care for themselves therefore inflicting self abuse. Friends, neighbors & community members may realize they need help, but just don’t know who to call.
About Us
Our team consists of compassionate and knowledgeable individuals who have experience in nursing homes, hospital social work, discharge planning and patient advocacy. They bring extensive knowledge in the role of being a guardian and acting as health care power of attorney.
Additionally, our team has experience working on the business side of the health care industry including revenue cycle management, working with payer & provider networks and management of policies & procedures to ensure compliance with state attorney general requirements and best practices.
Our team understands the needs of individuals moving through the very complex healthcare system as well as the needs of facilities delivering care.
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Healthcare Advocacy
Dakota Advocacy assists individuals and loved ones while keeping personal goals and values at the forefront. We understand that the transition through the unknown and complicated network of various healthcare systems of can be complex, stressful and often overwhelming. DA is here to offer a helping hand and support. DA understands that it’s easy to feel “lost in the shuffle” when dealing with medical professionals and the complicated system. We make it our goal to put you at the center again and value your opinions and feedback.
Powers of Attorney & Fiduciary Responsibilities
Dakota Advocacy can serve as a durable medical power of attorney. A medical POA allows Dakota Advocacy to legally make responsible decisions on behalf of an individual concerning medical decisions and treatment. Additionally, DA also serves as a Financial Power of Attorney to manage assets and investments. Serving as your financial POA, we can also function as trustee, settle debts, or simply manage day to day financial obligations and pay debts.
Representative Payee
Dakota Advocacy functions as an assigned payee for both Veterans Administration and Social Security Administration for individuals unable to manage their benefits. DA provides a full accounting to both Administrations as required or requested.
End of Life Planning
Dakota Advocacy understands the stress and feelings of helplessness that comes from emotionally difficult times. We take a personalized approach to care and plan for the unique needs of individuals and their families. We have experience mediating potential difficult decisions within families to help make the best decision for you and your loved ones. Our services include funeral planning, serving as personal representative to settle estates, assisting with settling probates, and partnering with attorneys to coordinate will planning.
Elder Abuse & Neglect
