What is expected of a person or agency after making the initial referral?
The referring person or agency is expected to completely fill out the referral form and to obtain a properly written report signed by a physician, certifying that guardianship or conservatorship is necessary. This information is necessary for assessment of the case and for appropriate follow up if the Public Fiduciary is appointed.

The Public Fiduciary will petition for appointment of a guardian or conservator only in those cases where there is a demonstrated need as defined by Arizona Statues. Because one meets the criteria for a guardianship or conservatorship, does not necessarily mean that there is a demonstrated need that the person have a guardian or conservator.

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1. What is expected of a person or agency after making the initial referral?
2. Does the referral of a client to the office of the public fiduciary mean that the client now becomes the Office of Public Fiduciary's responsibility?
3. What if there are other family members?
4. Is there a cost?
5. What does the Office of the Public Fiduciary do for the clients after appointment by the court?
6. What else should I know?