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- If a loved one becomes unable to make decisions for themselves, the court may appoint a substitute decision maker, or “guardian.” Some states call this a “conservator” or other term. Appointing a guardian is often only a last resort if less restrictive alternatives, such as a power of attorney, are not in place or are not working.
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If the person is now incapable, you can apply to the Ontario Superior Court of Justice to be appointed a guardian by a judge in a court proceeding. Consult with a lawyer if you are considering this action .
If there is not a POA made in advance of becoming mentally incapable, family and friends may need to take additional steps such as asking the court to appoint someone as a guardian, or, the Public Guardian and Trustee could be appointed. What happens will depend on a person’s individual situation.
Any person may apply to court to be appointed as guardian of the property of someone who is mentally incapable. There are restrictions on when a guardian of property can be appointed by the court.
Feb 16, 2022 · To become someone’s guardian, you must bring an application in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice seeking to be appointed. Alternatively, if the Public Guardian and Trustee (“PGT”) is already acting as someone’s guardian, their spouse, partner, or relative can apply to the PGT to replace the PGT as guardian.
A court will only appoint a guardian where the court is satisfied that the person is incapable of managing their property or making personal care decisions and, as a result of being incapable, the person requires decisions be made on that person’s behalf by a person authorized to do so.
If a loved one is experiencing memory loss or suddenly making poor decisions and they do not have a power of attorney in place, you may need the court to appoint a guardian, which requires a declaration of incompetence.
Feb 21, 2024 · If a loved one is experiencing memory loss or suddenly making poor decisions, you may want the court to appoint a guardian. This requires a declaration of incompetence.
