This table helps explain the differences between supported decision-making and guardianship. Supported Decision-Making Guardianship Lets an adult make their own decisions. Supporters help the individual gather and evaluate information needed […]
What is Supported Decision-making? Supported decision-making (SDM) lets adults with disabilities make their own decisions with the help of people they trust. We all use SDM, whether it’s asking a […]
Texas and a few other states have put the basic rights of a person with a guardian into law. Utah has done the same. Below is an overview of the […]
What is a Guardianship? Guardianship is a court process in which a judge decides if an adult can take care of their health, food, clothing, shelter, financial, or personal needs. […]
Once you turn 18, the law says you can make your own choices. If you would like or need help making decisions beyond 18, this fact sheet outlines some of […]
The Guardianship Associates of Utah provide direct guardianship and conservator services, as well as trust management and executor services for Special Needs Trusts. They also help families as they navigate […]
Utah Parent Center (UPC) helps parents help their children, youth and young adults with all disabilities to live included, productive lives as members of the community. They accomplish this mission […]
The National Resource Center for Supported Decision-Making provides accurate and helpful information, resources, and stories about supported decision making to those who need it.
The Utah Courts Self-help center provides information to help you understand your rights and responsibilities, and to help you resolve your legal problems on your own if you cannot afford […]