Public Administrator, Public Guardian & Public Conservator

Please speak to your medical or mental health provider if you or your loved one would benefit from having a court-ordered conservatorship.

How do I establish a court-ordered conservatorship for someone?

We only receive referrals for public adminstrator, guardian or conservator from a designated agency. Please follow the directions listed below if you believe that you or your loved one would benefit from having a court-ordered conservatorship. However, we are happy to speak to you about our programs. Please call us Monday-Friday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm at 707-565-5733 or email us at papgpc@schsd.org

Who do I call for concerns about someone with a mental illness?

• If this is an emergency, please call 911
• Sonoma County Behavioral health 24-Hour Emergency Mental Health Hotline at 800-746-8181

Who do I call if I feel an older adult needs assistance?

• If this is an emergency, please call 911
• If the individual is at least 60 years-old and lives in a home, apartment or is unhoused please call Adult Protective Services at 800-667-0404
• If the individual lives in a nursing home or residential care facility please call the Sonoma County Long-Term Care Ombudsman at 800-231-4024
• For information and assistance about Aging and Disability Resources please call 707-565-INFO (4636) 

Who do I call if someone has died?

Call the Sonoma County Sheriff Dispatch line at 707-565-2121.