united-states family-law new-jersey
Taking care of a Aging Parent
<p>It is my understanding that just because an older person does things that are not wise, does not give the right of an adult child to impose guardianship on them or force them to see a doctor. It is my understanding that if they are a danger to themselves or others than a guardian can be imposed.</p>
<p>If a parent, over the age of 80, needs medical attention and has dementia it is my understanding that their adult children could ask for guardianship and then force the parent to see a appropriate  doctor. Is there an alternative way, one that is easier, to force the parent to see the appropriate doctor?</p>

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<p>Is there an alternative way, one that is easier, to force the parent
to see the appropriate doctor?</p>
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<p>No.</p>
