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Chapter 20 - THE CONSERVATORSHIP HEARING
Anna appeared in court by video initially.
Then in person.
She was not fully recovered.
That mattered.
She still had memory gaps.
Fatigue.
Executive-function difficulties.
Stress could worsen concentration.
But incapacity is not the same as needing someone else to control an entire life.
Her physician testified:
“Ms. Hale can make personal decisions with supported assistance.”
Financial management?
Professional fiduciary recommended temporarily.
Medical decisions?
Anna.
Residence?
Anna.
Family contact?
Anna.
The judge terminated Marlene’s personal conservatorship authority.
A professional fiduciary remained for limited financial matters pending transition.
Anna cried.
May you like
Marlene did too.
Different grief.
