If you no longer were able to control your affairs, do you
know whom the court would appoint as your guardian? Who
would raise your children if you became incapacitated? We
help you designate in advance a guardian, the person whom
the court appoints to make decisions on your behalf, should
you ever become incapacitated and need this vital advocate
for your'or your child's'well-being.
A preneed guardian is particularly important if you are
involved in an unmarried relationship, or if your child does
not have a legally-recognized second parent. Florida law
tends to favor naming a blood or married relative as
guardian, considering that to be in the ward's best
interests. If you want someone who is not related to you by
blood or marriage to be in charge of you or your child if
you cannot care for yourself, you must put your wishes in
writing. |