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Choosing to be a guardian for your loved one is a big step. It is completely natural for you to feel lost in a sea of questions and doubts. Learning how guardianship works in Virginia can quickly clear up some of that confusion. What do guardian and ward mean? In...
When your parent can no longer manage daily decisions safely, gathering the right records can help show a Virginia court your parent’s needs, current support system and the type of authority you are requesting. A guardian handles personal and health care decisions,...
You may notice your aging parent struggling to manage their medications. Maybe you worry about your child with special needs reaching adulthood. You hear people mention guardianship and conservatorship, but you don't know which one you need. Hence, understanding these...
If you don’t see your parents frequently due to work or distance, you can be startled by signs of the deterioration in their mental and/or physical conditions. If the decline is especially marked or appeared overnight, they could be in the throes of a health crisis,...
When a person is deemed incapacitated, the court may appoint a guardian to manage their personal affairs. This legal process can be essential when, say, an aging parent can no longer make sound decisions independently due to dementia, illness or disability. However,...
As your parents age, you may face the difficult decision of selecting a guardian for them. This process can be emotionally challenging. However, it is crucial to ensure your loved ones receive the best possible care. Below are factors to consider when choosing a...
Not everyone can live independently throughout adulthood. Some people experience challenges that prevent them from acting in their own best interests. The Virginia courts can appoint a competent adult to support someone struggling with medical challenges....
People who are coping with major medical challenges sometimes become incapable of properly providing for themselves. For example, older adults may struggle to make the best choices about the medical care that they receive because they focus too much on avoiding a...
Estate planning can introduce confusing terminology you might not completely understand. Phrases or words may sound alike and seem interchangeable, but crucial distinctions exist. For instance, a living will is not just another term for a traditional will – it serves...
Naming a guardian for your child is one of the most important things you can do as a parent. It’s one of several ways to ensure your child will be well looked after should you perish before they turn 18. Selecting the right person is critical but not always easy. Here...