Guardianship and Conservatorship

Guardianship and conservatorship are legal arrangements that provide protection for individuals who cannot care for themselves or manage their finances due to age, illness, or disability. A guardian is appointed to make personal decisions for someone, like health care and living arrangements, while a conservator manages financial matters, such as managing money and property. These roles are designed to ensure the well-being of the individual, often an elderly person, and are overseen by the court to prevent abuse or neglect. Both require legal procedures and evaluations to establish the need for intervention.