• You want the court to appoint a guardian and/or conservator for an adult or someone who is at least 17.5 years of age and will need a guardian and/or conservator when they turn 18;
• A guardian and/or conservator will be needed for longer than 6 months (see separate Temporary Orders packet if need expected to be 6 months or less); AND
• The person who needs the guardian and/or conservator (subject person) lives in Maricopa County; AND
• A physician, psychologist, or registered nurse will say that the subject person needs a guardian or will need a guardian when the person reaches 18 years of age.

A guardian may be needed if:

• A person is physically or mentally unable to make or communicate responsible decisions regarding their own person (for example, decisions regarding health care, including mental health care, and decisions regarding living arrangements) and requires someone legally authorized to make such decisions on their behalf.

A conservator may be needed if:

• A person (a) has income (other than Social Security) or property that will be wasted or used up unless proper management is provided, or (b) needs assistance obtaining funds (other than Social Security) for their support or the support of their dependents.

Once you are done with the documents above, you're ready for Part 2 - Service and Notice of the Court Hearing.