Do I need guardianship to make medical decisions after my child turns 18? | NC

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Q: Do I need guardianship to keep making medical decisions and scheduling appointments for my child after they turn 18? A: Often, yes—if your child turns eighteen and cannot understand medical information or communicate an informed choice, guardianship is usually the clearest way for you to keep legal authority to consent to treatment and manage healthcare decisions. Once your child is legally…