Her fight is far from over
Marian Towner, an 81-year-old mother, grandmother, and businesswoman, survived an unjust conservatorship—but her fight is far from over. Stripped of her rights, her assets mishandled, and now facing new legal battles, she is one of countless elders trapped in a broken system. This isn’t just about one woman. It’s about ensuring this never happens to anyone else.
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Marian’s Story: A Fight for Freedom
For years, Marian Towner lived independently, managing her finances and securing a stable future for herself and her family. But through the legal loopholes of conservatorship, she was stripped of her rights, control over her assets, and the ability to make decisions about her own life.
After a long legal battle, the conservatorship was illegally terminated—but the damage had already been done. Her properties were never returned to her name, her wealth was drained, and she was left vulnerable to continued legal threats.
Now, instead of regaining her independence, Marian faces a new battle—an attempt to place her under guardianship, further restricting her rights. At the same time, squatters have taken over her industrial rental property in California, a direct result of neglect by the very conservators who were supposed to protect her interests.
Her daughter, Cecelia, continues to fight for her freedom, dignity, and rights, but no family should have to take on this battle alone.
Why This Matters
Marian’s case is not unique. Every year, thousands of elderly people—especially those without wealth or strong legal representation—are placed into conservatorships that strip them of their autonomy. These legal arrangements, originally designed to protect the vulnerable, are too often used as tools of financial exploitation and control.
This fight is about more than one woman.
It’s about: