April 29, 2026
Nationwide, elder abuse is a serious issue affecting older adults and adults with disabilities in homes, community settings, and long-term care environments. Each state has its own laws and resources to address this type of abuse, which, sadly, continues to grow. In Illinois, acts that qualify as elder abuse include: Physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. ... Read More
March 25, 2026
For managing complex guardianship cases, we have found nursing expertise to be particularly valuable. Our clients’ functional, cognitive, legal, and family issues are deeply intertwined. Our Director of Nursing, Edwin Nunez, RN, provides practical day-to-day clinical perspectives that help guardians, attorneys, courts, and families make informed care decisions. Nursing expertise is especially effective when integrated ... Read More
February 25, 2026
Sheila McMackin is the owner and Executive Director of Wellspring Personal Care and a licensed clinical social worker specializing in complex guardianship services rooted in home-based care. She supports medically fragile older adults and individuals with disabilities who require high levels of oversight while remaining in community settings. With decades of experience in private-pay care ... Read More
January 28, 2026
Last October, Wellspring and Consultants on Disability announced our new collaboration, Complex Guardianship Support. Our combined team provides crucial support for both the most vulnerable individuals and the legal community. We’d like to introduce you to our team and their roles and expertise. Our Case Manager, Joanne Dunphy, BS, is the Founder of Consultants on ... Read More
December 17, 2025
In October, Wellspring and Consultants on Disability announced our new collaboration, Complex Guardianship Support. Our combined team provides crucial support for both the most vulnerable individuals and the legal community. We’d like to introduce you to our team and their roles and expertise. Our Medical Director, Steven C. Fox, D.O., brings a rare blend of ... Read More
October 27, 2025
Wellspring Personal Care and Consultants on Disability are excited to announce our new collaboration, Complex Guardianship Support. This new collaboration brings our complementary strengths and over 120 years of experience together to provide a full spectrum of services for individuals with complex guardianship needs. Wellspring Personal Care provides nurse-supervised home care to ensure safety, health, ... Read More