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SEARCH CONTACT DEPARTMENT DEPARTMENT HOME County of Kern Aging and Adult Services Adjust Text Size:   Small     Medium     Large     Extra-Large county home > aging and adult services > protective services > lps conservatorship Lanterman-Petris-Short Act (LPS) Conservatorship Description/Services Provided Provides Conservatorship for the person and/or estate of an individual determined by the court to be "gravely disabled" due to mental illness. The conservatorship is established to allow involuntary treatment that will either eliminate or reduce the grave disability to the point of accepting third party assistance. LPS Conservatorship provides the following: Court appointed decision maker Assure needed treatment is provided Protect the person and/or personal assets Act on behalf of the individual Determine the appropriate level of care Monitor treatment plans Work collaboratively with Mental Health Other Resources FAQ Contact Information Phone: (661) 868-1008 Toll Free: (800) 277-7866 FAX: (661) 868-0923 Email: lpsinfo@co.kern.ca.us Program Director: Paul Rozell (661) 868-1013 Program Supervisor: Johnny Cheatwood (661) 868-1011 Last Modified 6/27/2007 Site Maintained by webmaster@co.kern.ca.us Disclaimer Privacy Policy