Guardianship
Collection by Harris County Resources for Children and Adults
Current guardians and potential guardians, we have your go-to info here! As the court-appointed guardian to mentally disabled and elderly adults in Harris County, it's a topic close to our heart.
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Reports and Presentations
A handbook explaining exactly what adult guardianship is, its limitations, alternatives and processes.
HCPS
The HCPS Guardianship Program is appointed by the court to manage finances of low-income adults whom a doctor have determined to be incapacitated.
Guardianship of Incapacitated Adults
Without a legal Power of Attorney or court ordered guardianship, even a spouse does not have the legal authority to sign their spouses signature. If a valid ...
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Texas Bar Today, a publication of the State Bar of Texas, features curated legal news and law commentary written by Texas lawyers & bloggers.
How to Obtain Guardianship for Adults With Autism
Once a child turns 18, he or she is legally considered an adult and therefore, permitted to make his own choices. For children who have difficulty managing their emotions, expressing themselves, and executing day-to-day self-care tasks, like many on the autism spectrum, this freedom may not be a safe option
Impairment Rating and Disability Determination: Overview, Impairment Versus Disability, Scope of the Problem and Impairment Rating Overview
The medical community, the public, and the scientific literature often misunderstand the distinction between disability and impairment. This article defines the differences between disability and impairment.
Mild cognitive impairment - Symptoms and causes
Learn more about this stage between the normal cognitive decline of aging and the more serious decline of dementia.
When My Grammy Forgets, I Remember: A Child's Perspective on Dementia
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Adult Guardianship - Caring.com
Learn about the pros and cons of adult guardianship, how it works and how to become a conservator to make decision on a loved one's behalf.
How to Arrange for Guardianship of an Impaired Adult
Guardianship, also known as conservatorship, is a legal process used when an adult is no longer able to make safe and reasonable decisions about health care or property. Guardianship is a serious decision that should not be taken lightly...