Articles

Limits of Guardian Authority: What Providers Must Still Decide for Safety, Quality, and Compliance
Guardians and conservators hold legal authority, but that authority does not replace provider duties for safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. This article explains where guardian authority stops, where provider responsibility begins, and how teams document and defend those boundaries in real services. Read more...
Supported Decision-Making vs Substituted Decision-Making: A Field Guide for Providers and System Partners
Many β€œcapacity problems” are really process problems: rushed conversations, inaccessible information, and unclear escalation routes. This guide shows how to build supported decision-making into routine workflows while keeping defensible records for complaints, appeals, and oversight. Read more...