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The document is a legal petition to appoint a co-guardian for a minor, detailing the reasons for the appointment, the qualifications of the proposed co-guardian, and the responsibilities they will share. It includes information about the current guardian, the minor's age, and necessary legal acknowledgments.

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What is the role of the guardian?

The role of either Guardian is to represent the rights and best interests of the Incapacitated Person. The Guardian should honor the expressed wishes and preferences of the Incapacitated Person to the greatest extent possible. The Guardian must always act in the best interests of the Incapacitated Person.

What is the difference between guardian of person and power of attorney?

Guardianship: Often necessary when someone is severely incapacitated and cannot make even basic decisions for themselves. Power of Attorney: Suitable when someone wants to plan ahead and designate someone to manage their affairs if they become incapacitated, but still retain control while they have capacity.

What are the downsides of guardianship?

The Cons to Guardianship: Loss of Freedoms: Your loved one loses the ability to make decisions for themself. Stigma of Incapability: Potential societal devaluation of your loved one. Non-Transferable: Risks if the guardian passes away. Difficult to Overturn: Once done, its a challenge to reverse.

How much power does a guardian have?

The guardian can be authorized to make legal, financial, and health care decisions for the ward. Depending on the terms of the guardianship, the guardian may or may not have to seek court approval for various decisions.

What does it mean to be a guardian for someone?

A guardianship is when an adult, who is not a childs parent, is legally responsible for the childs care because the childs parent is unable to care for them. It may also mean someone manages the childs money or property if the child has a lot.

What are the three types of guardian?

There are three main types of guardianships, and they are described below. Guardianship Over the Person. Guardianship Over the Estate. Guardian Ad Litem.

What does it mean to be guardian of a person?

Guardian of the person is a type of guardianship where the guardian manages the personal affairs of the child, elderly person, or incapacitated individual such as medical needs, nutrition, rent, and transportation.

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