GUARDIANSHIP - Guardianship of the Person (Nationwide) - With or Without Temporary orders -Guardianship of the person means a court-appointed guardian manages the personal affairs and well-being of a child, elderly person, or incapacitated individual, including making decisions about their care, medical treatment, and living arrangements.
Responsibilities of a guardian of the person:
- Care and Custody: The guardian is responsible for the physical care, safety, and well-being of the person under guardianship.
- Medical Decisions: The guardian can make decisions about medical care, treatment, and healthcare choices.
- Living Arrangements: The guardian can decide where the person lives and ensure a safe and suitable environment.
- Education (for children): In the case of a child, the guardian can make decisions about schooling and education.
- Other Personal Affairs: The guardian can handle other personal matters, such as transportation, nutrition, and daily living needs.
While a guardian of the person focuses on personal care and well-being, a guardian of the estate manages the person's financial affairs, property, and assets.
Guardianship is a court-ordered process, and the guardian is accountable to the court for their actions.
Individuals subject to guardianship have due process rights, including notice of court proceedings, representation by counsel, and the ability to present evidence and appeal the court's decisions.
Guardianship should be considered a last resort, and there are alternatives, such as power of attorney, supported decision-making, or other informal arrangements.
Does not include any filing fees or court costs.
GUARDIANSHIP - Guardianship of the Person (Nationwide)
GUARDIANSHIP - Guardianship of the Person (Nationwide) - With or Without Temporary orders -Guardianship of the person means a court-appointed guardian manages the personal affairs and well-being of a child, elderly person, or incapacitated individual, including making decisions about their care, medical treatment, and living arrangements.
Responsibilities of a guardian of the person:
- Care and Custody: The guardian is responsible for the physical care, safety, and well-being of the person under guardianship.
- Medical Decisions: The guardian can make decisions about medical care, treatment, and healthcare choices.
- Living Arrangements: The guardian can decide where the person lives and ensure a safe and suitable environment.
- Education (for children): In the case of a child, the guardian can make decisions about schooling and education.
- Other Personal Affairs: The guardian can handle other personal matters, such as transportation, nutrition, and daily living needs.
While a guardian of the person focuses on personal care and well-being, a guardian of the estate manages the person's financial affairs, property, and assets.
Guardianship is a court-ordered process, and the guardian is accountable to the court for their actions.
Individuals subject to guardianship have due process rights, including notice of court proceedings, representation by counsel, and the ability to present evidence and appeal the court's decisions.
Guardianship should be considered a last resort, and there are alternatives, such as power of attorney, supported decision-making, or other informal arrangements.
Does not include any filing fees or court costs.