If you have a special needs child approaching the age of 18, I strongly urge you to call me so I can put you in touch with an attorney that specializes in this area.
Here are some of the most important points for parents with a disabled child entering the transition planning phase (approaching 18), to consider.
- Once your disabled child reaches the age of legal adulthood a guardianship is needed so the Court can appoint you as the surrogate decision maker.
- Without a guardianship in place, parents have no authority to make decisions and fully communicate with physicians, financial institutions and accountants on behalf of their loved one.
- The guardianship process involves filing a petition with the Court and a hearing to establish the incapacity and need for a guardian.
- Reaching that decision requires a medical report from two independent physicians.
- Once the judge signs the Order appointing a guardian and declaring a person incapacitated, the guardian has authority to communicate with medical professionals, financial representatives and accountants and can make decisions for their child
For these and any other questions regarding legal issues and your special needs child, reach out to me so I can get you in touch with an attorney that specializes in this area.
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