My aunt was appointed as my grandmother s guardian. My aunt no longer lets me visit and never answers the phone. The court will make a decision based on what s in your grandmother s best interest. In my experience, there are usually very good reasons that a guardian limits visits from family members, says Weber, who serves as a court-appointed guardian for a mentally disabled man who lives in a community home. Weber recently restricted visits by the man s mother.
Elder abuse does happen.
Boyer says people who work as professional guardians are unfairly blamed for most of it, but that it happens among family members more than most people want to believe. If you suspect abuse, report it to your county s adult protective services or the police. Ask an expert or become an expert . Click here for details on our Full Disclaimer and Terms of Service. Click here for Provisions Specifically for Attorneys.