NOTE:Are you a new guardian? Help is available. Review the Adult Guardianship Assistant Program brochure (PDF) to learn how the court can help you successfully fulfill your guardianship responsibilities.
Adoption/Guardianship Case Manager Angela Yoo reviews all pleadings in guardianships filed in the Circuit Court. She assists attorneys and petitioners in perfecting documents and filings and makes referrals for investigative services where appropriate (Phone: 240-777-9119).
Tip sheets and additional forms provided by the Maryland Judiciary
Effective January 1, 2018, before you are appointed to be a guardian of a disabled person or minor, you must watch the Orientation Program for Court-Appointed Guardians to better understand your roles, duties, and responsibilities and what to expect as a guardian.
Introduction to Adult Guardianship
Aging and Disability Resource Unit, Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services - Information and/or assistance for seniors, persons with disabilities, and/or caregivers. Phone: 240-777-3000
Maryland Access Point - Provides a searchable directory to help you find information about community services like assisted living, meals, medication management, Medicare, Medicaid, caregiver support, transportation, and in-home care.
MC311 - Montgomery County Government’s non-emergency telephone number for government programs and services
Download the Guardianship of the Person Handbook (PDF)
Descargar el Tutela de la Persona (PDF)
Download the Guardianship of the Property Handbook (PDF)
Descargar el Tutor Legal del la Propiedad (PDF)
See Standby Guardianship Project for additional information.
Creating a Guardianship File (PDF)
Guardianship of Minors Handbook (PDF)
Guardian Checklist Translations (located on each language portal):