How Did a Nebraska Guardian Accused of Abuse Keep Dozens of Wards—and What Does That Reveal About Our Guardianship System?

When Nebraska families place a loved one under guardianship, they expect protection—not exploitation. But recent investigative reporting revealed that a private guardian accused of abusing a vulnerable adult remained court-appointed for dozens of others across the state. That case exposed a critical gap in Nebraska’s guardianship system: private guardians are not subject to the same caseload limits or oversight as the Office of Public Guardian.