Substitute or Successor Guardianship

Substitute or successor guardianship refers to a legal arrangement where a new guardian is appointed to take over the responsibilities of an existing guardian when they can no longer fulfill their duties. This could happen due to the guardian's death, incapacity, or other reasons that prevent them from caring for the child or individual. The process ensures that the well-being of the person under guardianship is maintained, providing stability and continuity in their care. The new guardian assumes all the rights and responsibilities previously held by the original guardian, ensuring the individual’s needs are still met.