Protecting Mama

Léonie is the only person I know who’s gotten a judge to lift a court order forbidding her to speak about adult guardianship… I didn’t know what adult guardianship was when I started reading this book… I’ve come to see what a complicated and potentially dangerous minefield this can be… a fascinating read! It reads almost like a thriller.

—Jack Canfield, motivational speaker and co-author of the best-selling Chicken Soup for the Soul series

This book is Rosenstiel’s jaw-dropping rendition of her fourteen-year battle with her elderly mother’s ‘commercial guardian.’ It was far from a one-on-one struggle, as she also faced an array of lawyers, financial advisors, licensed social workers, nursing assistants and contractors who worked in concert with the guardian.

—David N Kirkman, Retired North Carolina Special Deputy Attorney General Author of Elder Fraud Wars

This book is a powerful, unflinching memoir of a daughter’s fight to protect her mother from a guardianship system that seems rigged against those it’s meant to protect. From day one, Rosenstiel pulls back the curtain on a world of court-appointed guardians, opaque legal proceedings, and the heartbreaking loss of agency for the most vulnerable among us.

—Literary Titan

With clarity and compassion, the book balances real-life experience with practical insight, making it especially valuable for caregivers, family members, and advocates. It not only exposes the pitfalls of the guardianship process but also empowers readers with awareness, resilience, and hope. An important and impactful book for anyone concerned about protecting loved ones and preserving family dignity in difficult circumstances.

—U. Serve, review on Amazon

It’s a thought-provoking and emotionally charged story that delves into the complexities of adult guardianship, family dynamics, and the legal system. A Must Read when faced with the care of your loved one!

—Jacklyn Perry Ryan, verified review on Amazon

This story really touched me. Léonie Rosenstiel writes in such an honest and heartfelt way that you can’t help but feel for her and her mother. It made me think about how families can get trapped in systems that don’t always make sense. I’ll be recommending this to friends who are caregivers.

—Michael Schank, review on Amazon