Role of the Guardianship Program
A. The Chapter’s Guardianship Committee and Guardianship Coordinator shall, as part of its overall guardianship program, identify and become familiar with local community services, planning vehicles and government benefits that can provide support to persons and their families, either as an adjunct or as an alternative to guardianship. B. Prior to making an application to The Arc New York to provide guardianship services, the Chapter shall consider and encourage parents and other relatives to explore other appropriate, less restrictive alternatives and resources to provide the necessary assistance to the proposed person being considered for guardianship. C. It is important to understand that guardianships in New York State are divided into Guardianship of the Person and Guardianship of the Property. While the standard for both is generally the same, some alternatives which should be considered to limit or eliminate entirely the need for a Guardian of the Person and/or Property. Guardianship of the Person includes responsibilities focused on the health, safety, care, advocacy, and rights of the individual in question. In contrast, Guardianship of the Property is directed at overseeing and managing the individual’s personal financial assets (money, real estate, etc.). It is important to understand these differences when considering alternatives to Guardianship. 3
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