Guardianship - Texas Health and Human Services Guardianship is a legal relationship where an individual (the guardian) is appointed by a court to make decisions and manage the personal and financial affairs of an incapacitated person (the ward) The guardian is typically responsible for ensuring the well-being and best interest of the person In Texas, guardianship includes: Hiring a lawyer
Guardianship in NY HOME | NYCOURTS. GOV Guardianship requires going to court and only a judge can appoint a guardian A person may need a guardian if they are unable to make decisions, manage their affairs, and are at risk of harm because of serious illness, disability, dementia, or other conditions that impacts their ability to think and act clearly
Cuyahoga County Probate Court A guardianship is an involuntary trust relationship in which one party, called a guardian, acts for an individual called the ward The law regards the ward as incapable of managing his or her own person and or affairs
What Is Guardianship? | National Guardianship Association What Is Guardianship? Guardianship, also, referred to as conservatorship, is a legal process, utilized when a person can no longer make or communicate safe or sound decisions about his her person and or property or has become susceptible to fraud or undue influence
Guardianship Conservatorship of Incapacitated Persons Guardianship is a legal process that gives the guardian permission to take care of and make decisions for an incapacitated adult An incapacitated person is someone with a clinically diagnosed condition that keeps them from being able to make or communicate decisions about their physical health, safety, or care
Elder Justice Initiative (EJI) | Guardianship Overview What are the types of guardianship? A guardian of the person makes personal decisions for the person subject to guardianship, e g choosing health care and treatment, deciding where to live, and deciding who visits A guardian of the property makes financial decisions, such as decisions about money, investments, real estate, debt, and making gifts A court may grant a guardian authority to
Guardianship Law | Family Law Center | Justia Information on establishing a guardianship of either a minor or an elderly or incapacitated person, including the differences among guardianship forms
Adult Guardianship - NJ Courts Instructions and resources for adults seeking guardianship of an incapacitated person Covers guardianship types, the court process, required forms, and oversight programs to prevent abuse
Washington State Courts - Guardianship Portal The Office of Guardianship and Elder Services (OGES) at the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is dedicated to providing resources, education, and information about guardianship and conservatorships We support professional guardians, lay guardians, advocates, attorneys, and court staff OGES strives to foster collaboration and support by sharing information, resources, and education