part of the Our Parallel Paths podcast series
Recording Date: January 30, 2026
Transcript: Download transcript HERE.
Keywords:
disability, guardianship, power of attorney, POS, dignity of risk, decision making, choice, presume competence, Gerry Arango Deely, Our Parallel Paths, coming of age, transition
Episode summary:
This episode of "Our Parallel Paths: A Future for My Loved One With a Disability... and For Me!" explores the critical legal question of "who decides who decides" for adults with intellectual disabilities. Host Dr. Geralyn Arango Deely examines two primary legal tools available to families: Guardianship and Power Of Attorney (POA).
Topical Index:
Introductions [00:00]
The Concern [01:22]
Information Gathering [07:20]
Defining Guardianship [08:11]
Defining Power Of Attorney [10:52]
Comparing the Two [12:12]
Who Decides Who Decides? [14:04]
Closing [19:40]
Notes go here
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