Description
The Guardianship Case Management department is a court program that provides case management services to the judges and general magistrates in the Guardianship Division of the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit.

History
The department was established in 1999 through grant funding from the Area Agency on Aging, Victim of Crimes Association and the Retirement Research Foundation. The Elder Justice Center emerged as a leader in the nation in addressing issues facing our senior citizens in the court system.  A community task force provided assistance with initial strategic planning and the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners also provided personnel and operating expenses.

As the needs of the Circuit changed, it became apparent that guardianship case management was an essential function of the program.  In 2025, the Elder Justice Center changed its name to Guardianship Case Management; this change reflects a shift in the focus and responsibilities of the staff, which serves vulnerable individuals of all ages.