Guardianship
Why guardianship?
Perhaps your elderly parent can no longer take care of herself and needs someone to make important decisions. Or maybe you are a grandparent, your son is going overseas, and you will be in charge of your grandchild for more than a year. These are the kinds of situations that may call for obtaining legal guardianship.
What guardians do
Becoming a legal guardian of a child or adult may mean caring for their personal needs such as their food and clothing, making decisions about their health care and where they live, and in some cases, their education.
How to become a legal guardian
Obtaining guardianship is a legal process. It involves filing a petition and attending a hearing. If you become a guardian, you must file annual court reports.