In re Baird

OPINION OF THE COURT

Daniel F. Luciano, J.

This is a proceeding for the appointment of a guardian for Marie Baird pursuant to article 81 of the Mental Hygiene Law.

Following the hearing and oral argument on the record on June 7, 1995 and June 22, 1995 the court reserved decision. The court’s decision is set forth herein.

With respect to Marie Baird’s functional limitations and lack of understanding and appreciation of the nature and consequences of her functional limitations, the record leaves no doubt that the clear and convincing evidence establishes Marie Baird is an incapacitated person in…