How to Fill Out Annual Report of Guardian of the Person

Annual Report of Guardian of the Person at a glance

What it is: Annual Report of Guardian of the Person: a person appointed as Guardian of the Person of an Incapacitated person is required to file an Annual Report on the well being of that Incapacitated person.

Who signs: All guardians must sign the report in front of a Notary Public.

A filled-in Annual Report of Guardian of the Person example: a guardian reports on a ward who lives in her home

Annual Report of Guardian of the Person example filled out, example: a guardian reports on a ward who lives in her home
Jane Sample files the annual report as guardian of John Sample. John lives in her home and his residence did not change in the past year. The picture shows page 2, and its names and figures are sample values. Nothing goes in the visits boxes because John lives with her. The date and reason are left blank because the residence did not change. John lives in her home, so the other places stay empty. His address is hers, so the ward's address repeats the guardian's. The picture shows none of Another individual who provided treatment, Recreational, educational, occupational, and social activities, Should your powers or duties be Increased, Decreased or Remain Unchanged, Additional information for the court or The Bond in this guardianship, so they stay empty.

How to fill out Annual Report of Guardian of the Person, box by box

Cause No., Guardianship of, and the time period

Annual Report of Guardian of the Person example filled out, cause No., Guardianship of, and the time period

Enter the Cause No. and the name in GUARDIANSHIP OF AN INCAPACITATED PERSON, IN THE PROBATE COURT NUMBER 1, COLLIN COUNTY, TEXAS. After Now comes, write the Guardian(s) of the person and the Ward's name, then the time period the annual report is covering.

The reporting time period should always cover the previous year.

If you are unsure of your Cause Number, Reporting time period, or Bond type, call the Probate Office at 972-548-6463 for assistance.

Guardian's name and current address

Annual Report of Guardian of the Person example filled out, guardian's name and current address

Enter the Guardian's name and current address, the Phone number and the Email. The next number is 2.

All guardians appointed Guardian of the Person need to be included in the report.

Ward's name and current address

Annual Report of Guardian of the Person example filled out, ward's name and current address

Enter the Ward's name and current address, Phone number, How long at the current address, Ward's age, Date of Birth and the SSN as XXX-XX- and the last 4 digits only. The next number is 3.

The ward lives in

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Mark where the ward lives: (a) own home, (b) guardian's home, (c) foster home, (d) relative's home (describe relationship), (e) Hospital or Medical Facility (name & address), or (f) Other (specify). The next number is 4.

Has the ward's residence changed within the past year?

Annual Report of Guardian of the Person example filled out, has the ward's residence changed within the past year?

Mark Yes or No: Has the ward's residence changed within the past year? If so, state the date and reason. The next number is 5.

If the ward does not live with you, visits

Annual Report of Guardian of the Person example filled out, if the ward does not live with you, visits

If the ward does not live with you, state the number of times you have visited the ward in the past year and the Date of last visit.

Estate of the ward

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Mark Yes or No: Does the ward have an estate other than nominal sums of money and personal effects? Mark Yes or No: Do you have possession of the ward's estate?

Mark Yes or No for possession of the ward's estate, an estate other than nominal sums of money and personal effects. During the past year, write the guardian or caregiver who has received and spent funds for the care and maintenance of the ward, and state all funds received from all sources, including social security or welfare: Total funds received annually, Source of funds, and Total funds spent for ward's care.

Write who has possession or control of ward's estate (name and address). The next number is 7.

The ward's physical health and mental health

Annual Report of Guardian of the Person example filled out, the ward's physical health and mental health

Mark if the ward's physical health and the ward's mental health have Improved, Deteriorated or Remained Unchanged. If the ward's condition has changed, please describe all changes. The next number is 8.

Regular medical care and the ward's present physician

Annual Report of Guardian of the Person example filled out, regular medical care and the ward's present physician

Regular medical care during the past year: mark Yes or No. The ward should have, at least, an annual checkup with the doctor.

If the ward has not had an annual checkup, please list the reasons why. For the ward's present physician, write Name, Address and Phone Number.

Treatment or evaluation by a doctor other than an annual checkup

Annual Report of Guardian of the Person example filled out, treatment or evaluation by a doctor other than an annual checkup

Treatment or evaluation by a doctor other than an annual checkup during the past year: mark Yes or No.

Under Yes or No, write Name, Address and Treatment Involved.

Treatment or evaluation by a psychiatrist, psychologist, or other mental health provider

Annual Report of Guardian of the Person example filled out, treatment or evaluation by a psychiatrist, psychologist, or other mental health provider

Treatment or evaluation by a psychiatrist, psychologist, or other mental health provider during the past year: mark Yes or No.

Mark Yes or No, then write Name, Address and Treatment Involved.

The ward's annual checkup with a dentist and present dentist

Annual Report of Guardian of the Person example filled out, the ward's annual checkup with a dentist and present dentist

Give the date of the ward's last annual checkup with a dentist, or list the reasons why the ward has not had an annual checkup. For the ward's present dentist, write Name, Address and Phone.

Other treatment or evaluation by a dentist

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Any other treatment or evaluation by a dentist other than an annual checkup during the past year: mark Yes or No.

Mark Yes or No, then write Name and Treatment Involved. The next number is 10.

Social Worker or other case worker

Annual Report of Guardian of the Person example filled out, social Worker or other case worker

A Social Worker or other case worker seen during the past year: mark Yes or No, then write Name and Treatment Involved.

Another individual who provided treatment

Annual Report of Guardian of the Person example filled out, another individual who provided treatment

Another individual who provided treatment, seen during the past year: mark Yes or No, then write Name and Treatment Involved.

Recreational, educational, occupational, and social activities

Annual Report of Guardian of the Person example filled out, recreational, educational, occupational, and social activities

Briefly describe all recreational, educational, occupational, and social activities in which the ward has participated during the past year. If the ward is unable or has refused to participate, please state so.

The ward's present living arrangements

Annual Report of Guardian of the Person example filled out, the ward's present living arrangements

Mark the "Excellent", "Average" or "Below Average" box for the ward's present living arrangements. If "Below Average" is marked, please explain.

Is the ward content or unhappy with the living arrangements, and unmet needs

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Write if the ward is content or unhappy with the living arrangements. The next number is 15.

Write any unmet needs of the ward. The next number is 16.

Should your powers or duties be Increased, Decreased or Remain Unchanged

Annual Report of Guardian of the Person example filled out, should your powers or duties be Increased, Decreased or Remain Unchanged

Mark if your powers or duties should be Increased, Decreased or Remain Unchanged. If change is recommended, please state change and reasons. The next number is 17.

Additional information for the court

Annual Report of Guardian of the Person example filled out, additional information for the court

If there is any additional information you wish to share with the court please state or attach to this report. The next number is 18.

The Bond in this guardianship

Annual Report of Guardian of the Person example filled out, the Bond in this guardianship

If the Bond in this guardianship is a corporate surety bond, mark Yes, No or N/A: has the bond premium for the next reporting year been paid? If it is a personal surety bond, mark Yes, No or N/A: has there been a change in the status of the sureties on the bond (ex: address, death, financial)? If so, please explain. Mark Yes, No or N/A: the current bond is a personal bond.

Oath of Guardian

Annual Report of Guardian of the Person example filled out, oath of Guardian

Write the Guardian(s) and the Incapacitated Person in the Oath of Guardian, which states on oath that the report is a true, correct, and complete statement of the present condition, welfare, and well being of an Incapacitated Person, as of the date stated herein.

Each guardian signs on a Signed line, marked Guardian Signature. The Notary Public in and for the State of Texas fills in the day and signs.

More rules for Annual Report of Guardian of the Person

Failure to file the required Annual Report in a timely manner could result in the setting of a hearing before the court and/or the abatement of the guardian's authority.

Pursuant to Texas Probate Code § 743, the following form can be used to comply with this requirement.

The form must be filled out completely and to the best of your knowledge.

Attach a current picture of the ward.

Please include a current photograph of the ward for the court's records.

Common questions about Annual Report of Guardian of the Person

Where do I file it?

Reports may be filed in person or by mail along with any applicable fee, at the Collin County Clerk Probate Department, 2100 Bloomdale Road, Suite 12360, McKinney, Texas 75071.

Are there fees?

Unless there is an Affidavit of Indigence or Affidavit of Inability to Pay on file, the fee to file the Report is $12.00 and the fee for renewed Letters of Guardianship is $8.00 (checked November 11, 2026).

Sources

[1] Annual Report of Guardian of the Person, Collin County Clerk Probate Department (served file) (the Official source link on this page).

Annual Guardian Person Form PDF Details

Guardians in Texas are required to file an annual status form with the court to document care provided to incapacitated adults under their supervision. This guardianship compliance document, issued through the Collin County Clerk Probate Department (Stacey Kemp), captures living arrangements, physical and mental health conditions, financial affairs, and care plan changes for the past 12 months. Courts rely on this oversight process to protect the rights and well-being of vulnerable adults under guardianship. The form also covers notary verification requirements and outlines legal consequences for non-compliance. Guardians handling estate matters may also need a comprehensive guardianship report form. For out-of-state cases, review our guardian annual status form or file a guardianship petition where applicable.

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Form NameAnnual Guardian Person Form
Form Length6 pages
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Avg. time to fill out1 min 30 sec
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