What to Do When a Family Member Needs a Guardian
When someone is legally deemed incapable of managing their own affairs and hasn’t named a financial power of attorney to do it for them, a guardian or conservator may be needed, and a family member may be appointed to the job. Guardians are usually responsible for personal affairs whereas a conservator is generally limited to financial matters. The terms, which can vary by state, are often used interchangeably because in many jurisdictions the same person fills both roles.
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