Rhode Island General Laws Title 33. Probate Practice and Procedure § 33-15-8.1. Temporary guardianship for specific purpose

If it is established in a proper proceeding that a basis exists for the appointment of a limited guardian or guardian as described in § 35-15-5, the court may appoint a temporary limited guardian for the specific purpose of authorizing, directing, or ratifying any transaction necessary or desirable for admission to a nursing facility, including, but not limited to, enrolling the protected person in the medicaid or general public assistance programs, in those instances where the nursing facility requires a limited guardian and the admission is in the best interest of the protected person. Prior to appointing a temporary limited guardian pursuant to this section, the court shall first make the following findings of fact: