How is a guardian's performance evaluated?

In California, the performance of a guardian is evaluated by the court that appointed the guardian. The court will review the guardian’s decisions and management of the ward’s estate. The court may also evaluate the guardian’s adherence to the responsibilities and duties specified in the appointment. They will look at the guardian’s management of the ward’s finances, review the guardian’s financial statements and accounts, and investigate for any discrepancies. The court will also investigate how the guardian is interacting with the ward in terms of communication, access to information, and decision-making. The court will evaluate if the guardian is providing proper care and protection for the ward, as well as protecting their rights, managing their property, and advocating for their interests. The guardian must also provide regular reports to the court on the ward’s well-being and progress. When the court is evaluating the guardian’s performance, the ward and the guardian’s attorney may also be asked to provide input. This allows the court to obtain a more complete picture of the guardian’s performance. The court may also appoint third-party experts to provide additional information and resources. The court will then evaluate the guardian’s performance as satisfactory or unsatisfactory. If the court finds that the guardian is not acting in the ward’s best interest, they may terminate the guardianship and appoint a new guardian. Ultimately, it is the court’s responsibility to ensure that the ward’s best interests are being served by the guardian.

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