Surrogate Guardian Services, Inc. follows the Model Code of Ethics for Guardians adopted by the National Guardianship Association. The guardian:

• shall exercise extreme care and diligence when making decisions on behalf of a ward. All decisions shall be made in a manner which protects the civil rights and liberties of the ward and maximizes independence and self-reliance.

• shall exhibit the highest degree of trust, loyalty, and fidelity in relation to the ward.

• shall assume legal custody of the ward and shall ensure the ward resides in the least restrictive environment available.

• shall assume responsibility to provide informed consent on behalf of the ward for the provision of care, treatment, and services. The Guardian shall ensure that such care, treatment, and services represent the least restrictive form of intervention available.

• of the estate shall provide competent management of property and income of the estate. In the discharge of this duty, the guardian shall exercise intelligence, prudence, diligence, and avoid any self-interest.

• has an affirmative obligation to see termination or limitation of the guardianship whenever indicated.