Guardianship and Estate Services - Lutheran Social Service - Mankato

710 South 2nd Street, Mankato, MN 56001

Eligibility

Vulnerable adults in southern Minnesota who are unable to manage their personal care or financial affairs, including residents of Blue Earth, Brown, Faribault, Le Sueur, Martin, Nicollet, Waseca, and Watonwan counties.

Required documents

Referral form

Hours

8 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday

(888)806-6844

Voice

Websitehttps://www.lssmn.org/services/older-adults/guardianship-options

Email[email protected]

Application process

Call; visit website to complete referral form online

Fees

Vary by service

Service area

Blue Earth County, MN Brown County, MN Faribault County, MN Martin County, MN Nicollet County, MN Waseca County, MN Watonwan County, MN

Provides services to help individuals manage legal, medical, and financial affairs, including: Guardianship and Conservatorship: Guardians assist with personal care and health, while conservators manage and preserve assets Health Care Agent: Makes medical decisions if an individual cannot communicate their needs Personal Representative of the Estate: Carries out the individual's wishes for estate settlement Pooled Trust Services: Helps preserve funds and maintain eligibility for public benefits for individuals with disabilities Power of Attorney: Allows a chosen person or organization to handle legal and financial matters Supported Decision Making: Provides decision-making support for individuals with cognitive impairments to maintain independence and prevent unnecessary guardianship

Last Assured

11/26/2025

What's Here

At Risk Adults Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care Public Guardianship/Conservatorship Programs Conservatorship Assistance Durable Power of Attorney for Asset Management Case/Care Management

Providing organization

Lutheran Social Service - Mankato

Offers a wide range of services that support food, shelter, safety, and the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of individuals and families.