What services does Paramount Services Inc. provide?

Paramount Services Inc. provides corporate guardianship and representative payee services to individuals who need support with personal decisions or managing their benefits. We work with individuals, families, care providers, and community partners to promote safety, dignity, and stability.

What is corporate guardianship?

Corporate guardianship is a service in which an organization is appointed by a court to help make certain decisions for a person who has been found to need that support. The guardian's responsibilities depend on the authority granted by the court and may involve personal or financial matters.

Who might need a guardian?

A person may need a guardian if a court determines that they are unable to make or communicate certain decisions and require assistance to protect their health, safety, or financial interests. Each person's situation is different, and less restrictive options may also be considered.

How is a guardian appointed?

A guardian is appointed through a court process. Someone concerned about an individual may file a petition with the court, which reviews the circumstances and determines whether guardianship is appropriate.

What is a representative payee?

A representative payee is a person or organization appointed by the Social Security Administration to receive and manage Social Security or Supplemental Security Income benefits for someone who needs help managing those benefits.

What does a representative payee do?

A representative payee uses a person's benefits to help meet their needs, such as housing, food, utilities, clothing, and medical expenses. The payee also keeps records and follows Social Security Administration requirements for managing and reporting the use of benefits.

What is the difference between a guardian and a representative payee?

A guardian is appointed by a court and has specific decision-making responsibilities established by that court. A representative payee is appointed by the Social Security Administration to manage a person's Social Security or Supplemental Security Income benefits. Depending on their needs, a person may have both.

Who can submit a referral?

Family members, social workers, case managers, care providers, healthcare professionals, attorneys, and other community partners can contact us about a referral. Individuals seeking information for themselves are also welcome to reach out.

How do I submit a referral?

You can contact Paramount Services Inc. through our website, by phone, or by completing our referral form. Our team will discuss the individual's needs and explain the next steps.

What information is needed to submit a referral?

We may ask for basic contact information, a description of the support needed, and information about the individual's current care or benefits. If guardianship is involved, we may also ask about any existing court orders. Please contact us before sending sensitive personal or financial information.

Will the individual have a voice in decisions about their life?

Yes. We believe each person should be heard and involved in decisions to the greatest extent possible. We strive to understand and respect their wishes, preferences, and personal goals while carrying out our assigned responsibilities.

Can family members stay involved?

Yes. We value the role family and trusted friends can play. We work to communicate and collaborate with the people involved in an individual's life, while respecting the individual's privacy, wishes, and any legal requirements.

How much do services cost?

Fees depend on the services needed and the circumstances of each case. We can discuss applicable fees and payment options during the referral process.

Where does Paramount Services Inc. provide services?

Paramount Services Inc. serves individuals and families in Wisconsin. Please contact us to discuss service availability in your area.

How can I learn more or discuss whether services are a good fit?

Contact our team through the website or by phone. We're happy to answer your questions, learn about the situation, and discuss possible next steps.

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Rights & Advocacy4 min read

Rights of People Under Guardianship

Guardianship is a limited legal tool, not a change in who a person is. What remains, what can be limited, and how to raise a concern.

Paramount Services Inc.May 19, 2026

Guardianship is a limited legal tool, not a change in who a person is. Wisconsin law expects the least restrictive arrangement that meets the need, and it expects the person's rights to be protected throughout.

Rights that remain

A person under guardianship keeps the right to be treated with dignity and respect, to be informed about decisions being made, to express preferences, to have contact with family and friends, and to ask a court to review or end the guardianship. Certain rights, such as voting, marrying, or making a will, may only be removed if the court order specifically says so.

The least restrictive alternative

The guardian's authority is limited to what the order grants and should be no broader than necessary. If a person can make their own medical decisions with support, the guardian should not be making them.

Participation in decisions

We explain the decision in plain language, ask what the person wants, and record their answer, even when we must decide differently. Preferences influence outcomes more often than families expect.

Grievances and review

Anyone with concerns can raise them with the guardian, the court, or the county. Courts can modify an order, appoint a different guardian, or restore rights. Guardianship is reviewed, and it can end.

How we hold ourselves accountable

Our decisions are documented, our accounts are filed, and our staff are trained to recognize when a person's wishes are being overlooked. When a decision is hard, we explain our reasoning to the person and to the people who care about them.

Have a question about a situation like this one? Submit a referral or contact our team.