Understanding Guardianships: A Handbook for Guardians (Single Copy)
A guardian is a person appointed by a court to serve as a substitute decisionmaker for a person who is found by a court to be incompetent. This consumer handbook provides basic information about guardianships and the guardian's duties. It outlines the court procedure followed to appoint a guardian, and guides those who serve as guardians. The handbook includes sample forms and reports.
The information covered:
- The Nature of Guardianship
- The Court Procedure
- The Guardian
- Guardian of the Estate
- Guardian of the Person
- Special Problems in Guardianships
- Additional Questions Regarding Medical Treatment and Placement
- Appendix A: Choosing a Guardian
- Appendix B: Sample Guardianship Inventory
- Appendix C: Sample Record of Receipts and Disbursements
- Appendix D: Sample Guardianship Annual Account
- Appendix E: Sample Examination Report
48 pp; 10th edition, 2010