Community Guardians
About Community Guardians
The Board of Community Guardians provides assistance to adult citizens who are not able to make decisions for themselves. Protected individuals under our guardianship have been deemed incapacitated or “developmentally disabled” by the court, therefore lack the insight to make safe decisions regarding their healthcare, financial, or basic care needs. Our role is to ensure these vulnerable adults are protected from exploitation, abuse, and neglect. The BOCG assists protected persons in decision-making related to finding safe housing, ensuring medical needs are seen to, financial needs, and exploring social support options.
Need Assistance?
Protected Person Referral Form
To refer someone to the Board of Community Guardians for assistance, please download the Protected Person Referral Form and email or mail the completed form and supporting documents to the following:
Mailing address:
Bannock County Board of Community Guardians
P.O. Box 901
Pocatello, ID 83204-0901
Contact the Board
Board Members/Volunteers
Stefanie Jones
Chair
Term expires 09/2028
Elizabeth Janssen
Term expires 04/2027
Tina Anderson
Vice Chair
Term expires 11/2026
Stefanie Jones
Term expires 05/2027
Shantal Laulu
Secretary
Term expires 08/2027
Tana Olson
Term expires 06/2027
Jessica Strange
Term expires 06/2027
OPEN POSITION
Morgan Bates
Term expires 07/2027
OPEN POSITION
Janie Gebhart
Term expires 04/2028
OPEN POSITION
Board Members/Volunteers
The Board of Community Guardians are volunteers who are appointed by the County Commissioners, per Idaho Code Title 15, Chapter 5, Part 6. Members must reside within the County and are appointed to a term of 4 years.
Become a Volunteer
There are currently three vacancies on the Board of Community Guardians.
Application Instructions:
• Download this form
• Submit the completed application to commission@bannockcounty.gov
Meeting Agendas
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When: The Board of Community Guardians typically meets at 12:00 p.m. on the third Monday of the month. Additional meetings may be scheduled if needed. Where: Meetings are held in the Conference Room of The Village, 345 N. 5th Avenue in Pocatello (Meeting location subject to change). |
Upcoming Meeting: Monday, January 26th, 2025, 12:00 pm |
Helpful Information and Links
Mailing address:
Bannock County Board of Community Guardians
P.O. Box 901
Pocatello, ID 83204-0901
Additional Resources
Below are additional community resources:

