In the complex proceedings of guardianship cases in Georgia, a crucial figure often emerges—the Guardian ad Litem. Understanding the role and responsibilities of a Guardian ad Litem can help you better understand and navigate guardianship cases. What is a Guardian ad...
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Gaining guardianship of an adult with disabilities
A child with disabilities may struggle to care for themselves once they become an adult. Adults with disabilities may not know how to make crucial decisions for themselves, especially when it comes to medical and financial matters. A guardian can be appointed to make...
Safeguarding older parents from financial exploitation in nursing homes
As your parents age, the possibility of needing nursing home care can arise. While nursing homes provide essential support and services, a sad reality too often occurs in these facilities — financial exploitation of residents. This can be a devastating blow to a...
What is the difference between conservatorship and guardianship?
Sometimes, older adults reach a point where they can no longer act in their own best interests. Issues with their cognition or overall health prevent them from attending medical appointments, managing their household and even meeting their own basic daily needs. Even...
How does the court appoint a guardian?
As your loved ones in Georgia start to get older, they might find it increasingly difficult to take care of themselves. They may not need 24/7 residential care, but they might have trouble driving, paying bills, managing their money and dealing with other adult...
Legal duties and responsibilities of guardians and conservators
In the unfortunate event that a family member in Georgia has become incapacitated or a minor has lost their parents, the courts will appoint a guardian or conservator to that person. Confusion may arise between these two terms when a person begins to receive their...
What is the difference between a guardian and a conservator?
The cognitive decline that happens with Georgia residents who have dementia will likely make it a challenge for them to complete normal life activities as time goes on. As the disease progresses, it may become difficult for people with dementia to do things they once...