Pennsylvania Code (Last Updated: April 5, 2016) |
Title 55. PUBLIC WELFARE |
PART I. Department of Human Services |
Subpart B. Rights |
Chapter 11. Fiscal Advocacy |
SubChapter A. GENERAL PROVISIONS |
Section 11.11. Guardian Office
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Each mental health hospital and state center shall have an autonomous office known as the Guardian Office with the authority to implement and administer a system of patient money management. The Guardian Officer shall serve as a court-appointed guardian and representative payee for incompetent patients and residents and shall, with their consent, assist competent clients in managing their funds.