The applicant, Shantee Grant, sought orders appointing her as guardian of property and guardian of the person for her grandmother, Dorothy May Robinson, who suffers from advanced Alzheimer's dementia and schizophrenia.
The court found Mrs. Robinson incapable of managing her property and personal care.
It was determined that Mrs. Robinson's previously appointed Attorney for Property had neglected his duties, and her sister, acting as substitute decision-maker for personal care, made decisions not in Mrs. Robinson's best interests.
The court found no less restrictive alternative courses of action.
Consequently, the applicant was appointed as guardian for both property and personal care, and the existing Power of Attorney for Property was terminated.
Costs were awarded to the applicant and the Public Guardian and Trustee, payable from Mrs. Robinson's estate.
