The following six rights are personal and can only be removed (and not delegated to another) from the ward: The right to marry* The right to vote The right to personally apply for government benefits The right to have a driver's license The right to travel The right to seek & retain employment The next list of rights can be removed from the ward and then delegated to the guardian: The right…
The guardian must file two initial reports with the court within sixty days of their appointment, a Plan [of Care] and a Verified Inventory [of the Assets]. The Initial Plan is a listing of services the guardian plans to obtain and render to the ward. It includes a statement of where the ward will reside, how often the guardian will visit and a description of the ward’s current abilities. The…
Exploitation of older adults is a growing problem in Florida. Exploitation of older adults is a growing problem in Florida. Be familiar with common scams such as emails from a bank or retail store, including Amazon for example claiming there are issues with an account. Always contact the bank or service provider directly if you have questions about the communication you received. Never use the telephone number provided in the…
According to the National Institutes of Health and National Institute on Aging, long-distance caregiving brings unique kinds of stress. According to the National Institutes of Health and National Institute on Aging, long-distance caregiving brings unique kinds of stress. Caregivers who live far away may feel guilty about not being closer, not doing enough, or not having enough time with their loved one. They may even feel jealous of those who…
