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Determining Eligibility

In order to guide you to the best solution between Guardianship and Guardian Advocacy, we need to understand the diagnosis the adult with developmental disabilities has.  ​

The below diagnosis may qualify for Guardian Advocacy under Florida law:
  • Intellectual disability
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Autism
  • Spina Bifida
  • Prader-Willi
  • Down syndrome
  • Phelan-McDermid syndrome​

This disability needs to have manifested before the age of 18 and constitute a substantial handicap that can reasonably be expected to continue indefinitely.

Does the adult with developmental disabilities have one of the above diagnosis?

If the adult with developmental disabilities does not have one of the above diagnosis, there are still great solutions on our website to meet their needs. 

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Disclaimer: Turning 18 is a joint collaboration between GAPS Legal PLLC and The Florida Bar Foundation. This website does not constitute legal advice and is provided as-is without any warranty or guarantee. Although a lawyer is not required to successfully file a guardian advocate case, you may want to seek legal guidance from a licensed lawyer.
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  • Getting Started
  • Exploring Options
  • Supported Decision Making
    • SD - What is SD Agreement?
    • SD - Benefits of Supported Decision Making
    • SD - SDM and Estate Planning
    • SD - Learning more about SDM
    • SD - Make Sure You're Ready
    • SD - Next Steps
  • Aging Out of Foster Care
  • Resources