Resource Guide for Family Guardians
Plain information for family members who have been appointed guardian or conservator.
If you have just been appointed
Being appointed guardian or conservator for someone you love is a big job. This page covers the basics and tells you where to go with questions.
Guardian and conservator
A guardian makes personal decisions, such as health care and where the person lives. A conservator manages money and property. You may be appointed to one role or both.
Keep good records
Write down your major decisions and keep every receipt. Keep the person's money in an account separate from your own, and do not use it for your own expenses.
Reports to the court
The court requires reports from guardians and conservators, and each one has a deadline. Your appointment paperwork and your attorney can tell you what is due and when.
When to ask for help
If the job becomes too much, or the person needs more than you can give, ask for help. Talk with your attorney. We can also talk it over with you. Email us at Kelly@IntegrityFiduciary.com.
Where to look
The Minnesota Judicial Branch has forms and information for guardians and conservators at mncourts.gov.
If you are worried about someone's safety
If you think a vulnerable adult is in immediate danger, call 911. Otherwise, you can report your concern to the Minnesota Adult Abuse Reporting Center at 1-844-880-1574.