Middle Ground Alternatives

Temporary or Emergency Guardianship

Temporary or Emergency Guardianship is only granted by the court in emergency situations when an incapacitated person is at imminent risk of physical harm or has assets that are being actively squandered or wasted. Situations that might require the appointment of a temporary guardian include:

• A person needs an emergency medical procedure and there is concern that the person is incapable of giving informed consent.

• Assets are being drained from the person’s bank account and the accounts need to be frozen until the general guardianship hearing date.

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