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crazy8 Asked October 2014

Can I stop someone from visiting my Dad of whom I am guardian?

I have been assigned as guardian for my 89 year old father who has severe dementia/alzheimers, can I stop someone from visiting him if it is not in his best interest as guardian

Eyerishlass Oct 2014
I agree with Jessie and Pam. I also think one doesn't have to be a guardian to keep troublemakers away, the main caregiver can keep troublemakers away as well.

JessieBelle Oct 2014
Yes. If you think someone will upset the apple cart, you can keep the person away. A guardian is very much like being a parent. Just as a parent can forbid their children to see certain people or do certain things that may be harmful, a guardian can keep people from their "charge." The guardianship should be used with wisdom, though, so that actions are for the good of your father and not a personal vendetta.

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pamstegma Oct 2014
Yes, absolutely and you can get an Order of Protection if the visitor is acting in a predatory manner, asking for money or upsetting your ward. Read your court order appointing you. (I am a Guardian in NY)

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