The Union County Board of County Commissioners invites residents to attend a free virtual Guardianship Webinar, titled: “Navigating Guardianship for Loved Ones with Special Needs: What Families Need to Know” on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.
“This webinar will offer practical resources and professional insight to help residents better understand guardianship and make informed decisions for their loved ones,” said Union County Commissioner Chairwoman Lourdes M. Leon. “The Commissioner Board is proud to support programs that connect residents with the knowledge and services they need.”
The session will be held online via Zoom and streamed on Facebook Live. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in a Q&A session with panelists.
Panelists will include representatives from the Union County Surrogate’s Office, Inroads to Opportunities, the Law Office of Christopher A. Kozlowski, and the Elizabeth Parent Support Group.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Virtual (Zoom & Facebook Live)
Free & open to the public
“Families navigating guardianship often face complex and emotional decisions. Through this webinar, we aim to provide clarity and practical tools, while also offering reassurance that no one has to walk this journey alone,” said Union County Surrogate Christopher E. Hudak. “By partnering with the Office for Persons with Disabilities and Special Needs, we are ensuring that residents have access to the information and support they need at every step.”
To register for the Guardianship Webinar, visit https://ucnj.org/guardianship/.
The program is presented in partnership by the Union County Office for Persons with Disabilities and Special Needs (OPDSN) and the Union County Surrogate’s Office. It is designed to provide families, caregivers, and community members with helpful information and guidance on the legal guardianship process.
For more information, contact the Union County Office for Persons with Disabilities and Special Needs at 908-527-4807, email opdsn@ucnj.org, or visit https://ucnj.org/dhs/opdsn. For more information on this or any other program through the Union County Surrogate’s Office, please contact them at 908-527-4280, email UCSurrogate@ucnj.org, or visit www.ucnj.org/surrogate.