Organizations or individuals appointed to act as legal guardians or conservators of people unable to manage decision-making for their care and well being.
The Senior Virginians Handbook was developed by the Senior Lawyers Conference of the Virginia State Bar and provides a legal resource for senior citizens.
This Social Security Administration (SSA) interdisciplinary video series includes modules providing key information for serving as a representative payee.
To help financial caregivers all over the country, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has created state-specific guides and resources for people managing money for older relatives and friends.
Learn about the programs and resources available through the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). The Department is a central point of contact for information and services for Virginia's older adults and adults with disabilities.
When an individual is incapacitated, a substitute decision maker may be necessary. Learn about Guardianship, Conservatorship and other forms of substitute decision making.
This explains the legal process used to determine if a person is incapacitated and needs an adult guardian or conservator, as well as the responsibilities of guardians and conservators. Alternatives, such as living wills and durable power of attorney also are discussed.