Thursday, August 27, 2009

What are the alternatives to guardianship or conservatorship?

There are several less restrictive alternatives to guardianship or conservatorship. These include the durable powers of attorney, representative payees, trusts and health care proxies. Each of these options may avoid or delay the need for a guardian. These documents need to be executed before the individual is incapable of doing so due to mental impairment.


This is a series, brought to you by Boston Attorneys Cohen & Oalican, LLP, specializing in Guardianship and Conservatorship Attorneys in Boston. Posted by Elder Law Boston Lawyer.

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