What are the rights of the guardian?

In California, guardians have legal responsibilities and rights over a person or their property. This is a legal relationship established between a qualified adult (the guardian) and another person (the ward) who is legally incapable of caring for themselves or their property. The primary rights of a guardian are to make decisions about their ward’s care and welfare. As guardian, the individual is responsible for making decisions about where the ward lives, their medical care, and other matters related to the ward’s well-being. In addition, the guardian is responsible for managing the ward’s finances, such as making sure bills are paid and investments are properly managed. The guardian also has certain rights that come with being a guardian, including the right to visit the ward, to access their medical and financial records, and to make certain decisions on behalf of the ward. The guardian also has the right to receive reimbursement for their expenses related to managing the ward’s finances. The guardian’s rights also come with certain responsibilities, such as the obligation to act in the best interests of the ward and to faithfully discharge their duties as guardian. Finally, the guardian has the responsibility to keep detailed records of all decisions they make while acting as guardian for their ward. This includes decisions related to the wards’ care, their finances, and any other matters related to their health and welfare. Keeping detailed records is essential in providing proof that the guardian is fulfilling their responsibility as a guardian.

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