My mother is in the early stages of Alzheimers but refuses to consider assisted living or other care facility. What are the rights of the children of these patients as far as having them placed in a care facility?
Asked on 9/30/10, 8:25 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Lucreita Becude
Lucreita D. Becude, P.A.
You can apply for guardianship over your mother. If you are given Plenary Guardianship, then you may designate where she will be living. If only on the property, then you are limited in what you can do with her.
Answered on 10/05/10, 8:33 am
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