Lanterman Petris Short Act (LPS) Conservatorship Unit

The LPS Conservatorship Administration Unit acts as the guardian (Conservator) of individuals found to be gravely disabled due to a mental disorder and/or alcoholism. 

With the assistance of County Counsel, cases are taken to court for adjudication and periodic review.  Behavioral Health staff provides placement of individuals in Institutions for Mental Disease, State Hospital, Board and Care or Independent Placements.Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician services will be provided to each conservatee to monitor the care provided and ensure that the conservatee’s needs are being fully addressed.  Additionally, Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician services consist of collaboration with treatment staff and regular facility site visits. Behavioral Health staff provides coordination of the legal adjudication of the Conservatee, maintains eligibility status for benefits that he/ she is entitled to receive, and facilitates preparations needed for periodic court hearings. LPS Conservatees are cared for in a manner that provides the least restrictive care that is needed and rehabilitative goals designed to restore levels of functioning. It is the goal of the LPS Conservatorship Unit to assist for Imperial County Residents placed on LPS Conservatorship return to independent living and reintegration to the community. 

1699 W. Main Street, Suite A
El Centro, CA 92243
(442) 265-7901