An Illinois Order Appointing Standby Guardian of Disabled Person is a legal document issued by an Illinois court that appoints a person to act as a standby guardian for an incapacitated or disabled adult. The order is issued to ensure the disabled person's safety, welfare, and best interests are protected. The order allows the standby guardian to take on the responsibility of making decisions on behalf of the disabled person in the event they become unable to do so themselves. There are two types of Illinois Order Appointing Standby Guardian of Disabled Person: Permanent Standby Guardianship and Limited Standby Guardianship. A Permanent Standby Guardianship is issued when the disabled person is unable to care for themselves on a long-term basis, and the guardian is granted the authority to make decisions for them on an ongoing basis. A Limited Standby Guardianship is issued when the disabled person only needs temporary assistance and the guardian only has the authority to make decisions on their behalf until the court revokes the order.