Adult guardianship serves as a vital legal mechanism that allows a trusted individual, often a family member, close friend, or professional fiduciary, to make decisions on behalf of an adult who can no longer make or communicate responsible decisions regarding personal or financial matters. In New Hampshire, adult guardianship is governed by statutes and rules under the jurisdiction of the state’s probate court system. It can provide necessary protection and care for vulnerable individuals, … [Read more...] about Understanding Adult Guardianship in New Hampshire
What Can I Do to Prevent a Guardianship?
In the United States, we enjoy a relatively long average life expectancy due in large part to advances in science and medicine. In fact, we can expect to live, on average, almost twice as long as our ancestors did just a century ago. Despite living longer, the natural aging process will still cause physical and mental deterioration at some point. For some, diseases such as Alzheimer’s may hasten that deterioration process. If you reach a point at which it is dangerous for you to continue caring … [Read more...] about What Can I Do to Prevent a Guardianship?
Does Mom or Dad Need a Guardian?
As a child, one of the most difficult moments is the moment when you realize your parent can no longer safely care for himself/herself because of physical and/or mental incapacity. Watching a parent’s physical and/or mental health deteriorate can be excruciatingly painful. After all, this is the person who cared for you when you were a child…who taught you everything you know…who kept you safe from harm. Now, you may need to care for your parent and keep him/her safe from harm. What exactly does … [Read more...] about Does Mom or Dad Need a Guardian?
What Is an Adult Guardianship?
At some point in your life you may realize that your parent (or other older adult loved one) is no longer capable of safely functioning alone. Like most people in your position you may be hesitant to step in, feeling as though to do so would be to take your parent’s independence away. Keep in mind, however, that failing to step in could lead to your parent suffering physical injury and/or becoming the victim of unscrupulous scam artists who prey on the elderly and disabled in our society. With … [Read more...] about What Is an Adult Guardianship?
Massachusetts Adult Guardianships
Massachusetts Adult Guardianships from Daniel DeBruyckere The guardian must meet the needs of the adult, provide social, educational and medical access, assist with various benefits programs and more Any person with an interest in the welfare of the adult can file a Petition for Guardianship. Learn more about Massachusetts Adult Guardianships in this presentation. … [Read more...] about Massachusetts Adult Guardianships
