The safest way to protect a vulnerable adult is through guardianship and/or conservatorship proceedings. Both are handled in probate court and involve someone asking for a decision maker to be appointed because the person in need of protection is unable to make or communicate informed decisions. Wh...
a guardian is a third party, such as a grandparent, who stands in place of parents to make daily decisions in caring for a minor. Guardians usually continue in their role
The laws regarding guardianship of a minor child are found in the Tennessee Code Section 34 Chapter 2. While any adult is eligible to file a petition for guardianship of a minor child in Tennessee, the law gives priority to certain categories of persons: Parent of the minor child. Individual...