The Nebraska Order Appointing Guardian (NOAA) is a court order issued by a Nebraska district court that appoints a guardian for an incapacitated person. The guardian is responsible for making decisions on behalf of the person in matters such as medical care, finances, housing, and other aspects of the person's life. There are two types of Nebraska Order Appointing Guardian: 1. Temporary Guardian Order: This order is issued when a person is temporarily unable to take care of themselves due to an injury, illness, or disability. The order is effective for a limited period of time and is typically used when a person needs a guardian to make decisions on their behalf while they are unable to do so. 2. Permanent Guardian Order: This order is issued when a person is permanently unable to take care of themselves due to an injury, illness, or disability. The order is effective for an indefinite period of time and is typically used when a person needs a guardian to make decisions on their behalf for the remainder of their life. Both types of NOAA require that the person's legal representative file a petition with the court for the appointment of a guardian. The court will then review the petition and, if necessary, schedule a hearing to determine whether the person is incapacitated and whether a guardian should be appointed.