Guardianship vs involuntary Mental Health Commitment

What is guardianship?
Guardianship is a legal process where an adult (guardian) is chosen to make legal decisions for another person (ward). Guardianship is used when a person cannot make decisions or care for themselves. A guardian is appointed by a court. A guardian can be a friend, family member, or paid professional.

How does guardianship work?
A court gives the guardian power to make decisions for the ward. There are different types of guardianship. A court decides which decisions a guardian can make. A guardian’s powers can include deciding where the ward lives, managing the ward’s belongings, making medical decisions, and supervising the ward. Guardianship is a legal process. You don’t need an attorney, but many people choose to work with one. The process is difficult. Sometimes a court is more likely to appoint a guardian for a person with a mental illness
when they are young (such as when they are about to turn 18) than when they are older.

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