[nabs-l] [Private] guardianship question

[Steve Jacobson via nabs-l]

This was a very sensitive but careful response that many on the list would not have given.  Thanks for taking the 
time.

Best regards,

Steve Jacobson

On Fri, 30 May 2014 12:58:06 -0600, Arielle Silverman via nabs-l wrote:

>Hi John,

>Just to clarify: Are you saying that your parents are trying to take
>financial guardianship over you?
>It's hard to give advice without knowing more details about your
>situation. The short answer is that if you are 18 years old or older
>and do not have any mental illnesses or disabilities, they do not have
>any legal reason to do this. If you do have a mental illness or
>disability, it becomes tougher, but often you can still maintain
>financial independence with the help of an advocate.
>I am not sure if the bulk of your finances come from social security?
>If so, then it would be good to talk with someone who is familiar with
>social security law.

>Lots of people, including many people without disabilities, have
>problems managing and saving money. This means you could benefit from
>some financial counseling. It does not mean that you are unable to
>handle your own finances. The trick is keeping careful track of what
>you regularly spend money on, how much you spend and then cutting your
>spending so it doesn't exceed your income.

>Best,
>Arielle

>On 5/30/14, via nabs-l <nabs-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> Hi,
>> I have a question: My parents are threatening me  about my finances and they
>> are going to take me to court for Guardianship over them.
>> I am having a problem with managing them and saving money.
>> Am I allowed to have a advocate?
>> I hope to hear from you soon.
>> Sincerely,
>> John Sanders
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