What to Know About Adult Guardianships in Michigan
In Michigan, an adult guardianship is a legal status through which an incapacitated person (ward) is placed into the care of a trusted guardian. The guardian then becomes responsible for making certain key decisions—including health care decisions—on behalf of the ward. You may need to seek an adult guardianship for a formerly legally competent loved one, such as a disabled spouse or an elderly parent. Here are four important things to understand about guardianships in Michigan:
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