What a Guardianship?
A guardianship in Oklahoma is a legal relationship in which an individual, known as the guardian, is appointed by a court to make decisions and take care of the needs of another individual, known as the ward, who is unable to care for themselves. The ward may be a minor child or an incapacitated adult who is unable to make decisions regarding their own care and well-being.
A guardianship may be established in Oklahoma for several reasons, including:
The guardian is responsible for making decisions regarding the ward's healthcare, education, living arrangements, and other important aspects of their life. The guardian must act in the best interests of the ward and may be required to provide regular reports to the court regarding the ward's well-being.
A guardianship in Oklahoma is a legal relationship in which an individual, known as the guardian, is appointed by a court to make decisions and take care of the needs of another individual, known as the ward, who is unable to care for themselves. The ward may be a minor child or an incapacitated adult who is unable to make decisions regarding their own care and well-being.
A guardianship may be established in Oklahoma for several reasons, including:
- When a minor child's parents are unable or unwilling to care for them.
- When an adult is unable to make decisions due to a physical or mental disability.
- When a parent or legal guardian has passed away and there is no one else available to care for the ward.
The guardian is responsible for making decisions regarding the ward's healthcare, education, living arrangements, and other important aspects of their life. The guardian must act in the best interests of the ward and may be required to provide regular reports to the court regarding the ward's well-being.