Guardianship of the Person

When the court appoints a guardian of the person, the guardian may have the following responsibilities:

• Determine and monitor the residence of the ward
• Consent to and monitor medical treatment or non-medical services such as education and counseling.
• Consent to the release of confidential information.
• Make end-of-life decisions.
• Act as representative payee.
• Maximize independence in least restrictive manner.
• Report to the court about the status of the ward.