Orphans' Court - Guardianship Information

General Guardianship Information

  1. Understanding Guardianship and Powers of Attorney
  2. Guardianship Manual: Duties Of Guardian Of The Person And/Or Estate
  3. Key Points for Guardians
  4. What Family Guardians Need To Know
  1. Guardian Checklist After Appointment
  2. GTS Workshop Schedule (Summer 2023)
  3. GTS Workshop Schedule (Fall 2023)
  4. Fundamentals of Guardianship Virtual Training Schedule and Registration Information (2023)
  1. Who needs a Guardian?
  2. What is a Guardian and what does he or she do?
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Guardianship Tracking System

All guardians are encouraged to file their annual reports through the online Guardianship Tracking System. Reports are submitted through the online system to the local Court for review. 

Please note that Guardians should seek advice of an attorney for any legal questions. Court personnel are not permitted to give legal advice.



  1. Filing for a guardianship
  2. For the Adjudicated Incapacitated Person
  3. For the Guardian of the Person
  4. For the Guardian of the Estate
  5. Finances and Expenditures
  6. Inventory and Annual Reports

Please contact  the Clerk of Orphans’ Court , 610-278-3400, ROWSupport@montgomerycountypa.gov, with questions about guardianship annual reports or forms.