BE THE VOICE! We are seeking volunteers to advocate for vulnerable adults by serving as a volunteer Vulnerable Adult Guardian ad Litem (VAGAL). Vulnerable adults are 18 and older with a physical or mental impairment, in the protective custody of Adult Protective Services. These adults are often victims of abuse, neglect, exploitation, and/or self-neglect. We need YOUR voice to help advocate for their well-being.
As a VAGAL SC volunteer, you will get to know the vulnerable adult and interact with others involved in their life including family members, caregivers, social workers, and medical providers. You will gather information about the adult, find out what option(s) would improve the adult's situation, and make unbiased recommendations to the South Carolina Family Court on the best interests of the vulnerable adult.
Training is provided in person (at this time) in a one-day session, as well as two opportunities to shadow VAGALs at court hearings to see the process firsthand. Although we cover all 46 counties across the state, volunteers would be given cases near their local counties.
We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. This is a rewarding and challenging volunteer opportunity. We really want to hear from you!
To apply and register for training, please visit: https://aging.sc.gov/VAGAL
