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  • The Court-Appointed, Surrogate Decision Makers, Guardians and Conservators ( January 2003 )

    Advances in health care and in treatment of diseases in our society have resulted in longer life expectancy. Unfortunately, the gains we have made in improving our physical well-being have not been matched with longevity in our mental well-being. For many people, our minds are not keeping up with our bodies. As a result of these factors, many people need increasing levels of support as they age.
  • Guardianships ( September 2000 )

    Should you become disabled, either due to a serious mental or physical condition, what steps have you taken to prot.
  • Guardianship Overview ( August 2000 )

    GUARDIANSHIP: If you become mentally incompetent someone must take care of your property and your personal affairs.
  • Conservatorships ( June 2000 )

    A conservatorship is "a court proceeding to appoint a manager for the financial affairs and/or the personal care of.
  • Alternatives to Florida Guardianship: Advantages and Disadvantages ( May 2000 )

    Least Restrictive Alternative Requirement F.S.?744.331(6)(b) One of the major substantive changes to Florida Gua.
  • Florida Guardianship Procedures ( May 2000 )

    A person is qualified under Florida Law to serve as a guardian if he or she: Is over the age of 18 years of ag.
  • What Is Guardianship? ( April 1999 )

    This article details the setup of a guardianship.
  • Guardians and Conservators Under Missouri Law ( May 1999 )

    This article discusses issues surrounding the awarding of guardians and conservators.
  • Guardianships are not just a "Minor" Appointment ( April 1997 )

    It has often been thought that guardianships are to provide for minor children after the loss of their parents. However, guardianships were designed to encompass much more and should always be designated for yourself as well as your loved ones.

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