Iowa Code Title XV. Judicial Branch and Judicial Procedures [Chs. 595-686] § 633.562. Appointment and role of court visitor

a. Conducting an initial in-person interview with the respondent.

b. Explaining to the respondent the substance of the petition, the purpose and effect of the guardianship or conservatorship proceeding, the rights of the respondent at the hearing, and the general powers and duties of a guardian or conservator.

c. Determining the views of the respondent regarding the proposed guardian or conservator, the proposed guardian's or conservator's powers and duties, and the scope and duration of the proposed guardianship or conservatorship.

a. Interview the petitioner, and if the petitioner is not the proposed guardian or conservator, interview the proposed guardian or conservator.

b. Visit, to the extent feasible, the residence where it is reasonably believed that the respondent will live if the appointment of a guardian or conservator is made.

c. Make any other investigation the court directs including but not limited to interviewing any persons providing medical, mental health, educational, social, and other services to the respondent.

a. A recommendation regarding the appropriateness of a limited guardianship or conservatorship for the respondent, including whether less restrictive alternatives are available.

b. A statement of the qualifications of the guardian or conservator together with a statement of whether the respondent has expressed agreement with the appointment of the proposed guardian or conservator.

c. Any other matters the court visitor deems relevant to the petition for guardianship or conservatorship and the best interests of the respondent.

d. Any other matters the court directs.