Who may ultimately manage the affairs of a person deemed unable to care for themselves?

The individual who may ultimately manage the affairs of a person deemed unable to care for themselves is a conservator. A conservator is appointed by the court to oversee the personal and financial affairs of a person who has been declared legally unable to manage those matters due to incapacity, age, or mental issues. The role involves making decisions in the best interest of the individual while ensuring that their rights and needs are addressed.

This process typically involves thorough court proceedings to determine the individual’s incapacity and the need for a conservator, which is distinct from the roles of a probate examiner, genealogist, or executor. A probate examiner generally reviews documents submitted to the probate court for legal sufficiency but does not manage a person's affairs. A genealogist focuses on tracing family lineage and genealogy, which is unrelated to managing an incapacitated person's responsibilities. An executor carries out the wishes outlined in a deceased person's will, managing the distribution of their estate after death, rather than managing the affairs of a living person who cannot care for themselves.