How do I get a court-appointed guardian for an unsafe parent? | NC

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Q: How do I get a court-appointed guardian for an elderly parent who refuses in-home care or assisted living even though it isn’t safe to live alone? A: In most cases, you start by filing a verified petition asking the court to decide whether your parent is legally incompetent—meaning they lack enough capacity to manage personal care and or finances in a way that keeps them safe. The focus is…