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SOME OF THE CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS THAT COULD BE IMPACTED IF A GUARDIAN OR CONSERVATOR IS APPOINTED
Guardianship -person and health and
Conservatorship -financial management and contracting
I soulfully believe no one should have their Constitutional Rights removed. Guardianship and Conservatorship have become more common as our population has aged and individuals have not legally articulated who should make financial and healthcare decisions for them when they cannot.
If you want to avoid having a guardianship or conservatorship over you, plan ahead! Click on the estate planning tab above.