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When discussing guardianship, it's standard to think it involves a minor. However, guardianship does not exist to help only people under 18 years of age. In some instances, someone much older may need guardianship. What does guardianship mean for a vulnerable, elderly...
When establishing guardianship, not only do you have to decide who to nominate as guardian, but also whether to nominate the same person or separate individuals for your loved one’s care and their financial management. If you are unsure about the situation, here are a...
Taking on the role of a guardian for an elderly parent is a big step. While you may be considering this decision out of love and care, you must also be prepared for the many challenges you may encounter from such a commitment. The changes guardianship brings will...
In Florida, as in most states, the laws limit a guardian’s powers under a guardianship order to protect the rights and well-being of the ward. Limits to what a guardian can do A guardian's authority is limited to what is granted by the court. This grant can include a...
Guardianship aims to protect those who cannot manage their own affairs and finances because of incapacity. Unfortunately, the process loses this key purpose when some guardians take advantage of their position and abuse their power. Consequently, it leaves the...
No child wants to witness their elderly loved one struggle. When making decisions for themselves becomes a challenge, establishing guardianship becomes a consideration. Under this arrangement, an incapacitated person takes on the role of a ward, for whom the court...
The process of declaring incapacity begins with filing a notice of petition to determine incapacity. In Florida, the court will appoint an examining committee to determine whether the person in question is actually incapacitated. The three examining committee members...
Establishing a guardianship might be the only option for people with emotional, psychological and physical conditions that leave them legally incapacitated. However, becoming a ward could make them prone to mistreatment and abuse from their guardian, resulting in...
Adult guardianship protects individuals who cannot care for their own well-being due to incapacity or disabilities. The court appoints an adult guardian to care for and make decisions for the ward or the person needing protection. However, there is potential for abuse...
When you set up an adult guardianship, you establish a legal relationship between the guardian and the ward. The ward is the person who has been declared by the court to be legally incapacitated and has lost some of their rights. In many cases, guardianship is the...