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> Dependent Adults Act > Guardianship:
My elderly father is having more and more difficulty in managing his affairs and living independently. I would like to
take over his banking, bill paying and so on for him. What should I do
?
When will the courts make such an order
?
What is the
difference between a guardian and a trustee
?
What sort of decisions does a guardian make
about a dependent adult?
What is covered by "health care"
?
Who will the court appoint as a guardian
of a dependent adult?
What court do I apply to
for a guardianship/trusteeship order?
What sort of information will I have to provide
in the affidavits?
My father has Alzheimer Disease which has lately become worse. I would like to
be appointed as guardian immediately. Can I apply on an emergency basis without getting a report from a doctor
?
What will happen at the court hearing
?
Who can be at the hearing
and who can speak to the judge?
Who are the "nearest relatives"
?
What happens if an order is granted
?
What can I do if there is an emergency
before I can make an application on behalf of my parent?
Who is the Public Guardian
and when does he get involved in these applications?
Related FAQs:
Dependent Adults Act: Trustees
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