The Tenth Circuit Public Guardian, Inc is a charitable organization that provides guardianship services to individuals who are incapacitated, indigent and alone. Our purpose is to protect, advocate, support, and make decisions for our most vulnerable adults.
The Public Guardian is appointed by the court when there is no other private person or agency available or willing to serve as the guardian, and when there is no other less restrictive intervention available to resolve the needs of the individual.
As the Public Guardian for Polk, Hardee, Highlands and Osceola Counties, we assist our Wards in getting medical, mental, and personal care services needed. The individuals we serve may otherwise face neglect, abuse, and untreated medical and mental health conditions. They also run the risk of homelessness and mistreatment.
What is a Guardian?
A guardian is an individual or institution such as a bank trust, department appointed by the court to care for an incapacitated person-called a “ward” or for the ward’s assets.
What is a Guardianship?
A guardianship is a legal proceeding in the circuit courts of Florida in which a guardian is appointed to exercise the legal rights of an incapacitated person.
Is a Guardian accountable?
Yes. Guardians must be represented by an attorney who will serve as “attorney of record.” Guardians are usually required to furnish a bond and may be required to complete a court-approved training program. A guardian who does not properly carry out his or her responsibilities may be removed.
The Tenth Circuit Public Guardian, Inc. is a 501 (C) (3) tax exempt organization with EIN (Tax ID) is 90-0413256. Donations are tax deductible. The Tenth Circuit Public Guardian, Inc. is registered with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to solicit contributions. 100% of the contributions are retained by the Tenth Circuit Public Guardian, Inc., a copy of the registration and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by Calling Toll-Free 800-435-7352 within the state. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval or recommendation by the state.
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