Glossary

Least Restrictive Alternatives to Guardianship

Decisions made for the ward that place as few limitations as possible on the ward’s current lifestyle. 

LEGAL DEFINITION:

A mechanism, course of action, or environment which allows the ward to live, learn, and work in a setting which places as few limits as possible on the ward’s rights and personal freedoms as is appropriate to meet the needs of the ward. (E&S)