Beach Boys founder Brian Wilson was placed under conservatorship last Thursday. The conservatorship will be managed by his longtime publicist and manager, Jean Sievers, and his business manager LeeAnn Hard. Representatives revealed in a petition filed last February that Wilson suffers from dementia at age 81.
Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Gus T. May granted the petition after finding that Wilson lives with a “severe neurocognitive disorder” and requires assistance as the least restrictive way to meet his needs.
The daughters asked that “any of Brian's children who wish to be added be added to the medical staff's message chain providing updates on Brian,” attorney Justin Gold told the court. They also called for Conservatives to be required to “consult” with them and their brethren “regarding all healthcare decisions.” The judge added lines before signing his ruling, granting rights to all seven boys.
The conservatorship covers only Wilson's personal and medical affairs, not his estate. His financial assets are held in a trust, with Hard named as Wilson's trustee and attorney. “Mr. Wilson will remain in his home, and it is the intention of Ms. Sievers and Ms. Hard to ensure that all of his daily living needs are met and that he receives the best care possible while he remains in his home.”
Wilson would find it emotionally stressful and physically difficult to attend any court hearing because he is “easily distracted” and “often makes spontaneous irrelevant or incoherent statements,” said the statement from Dr. Stephen S. Marmer, clinical professor of psychiatry at the US School of Medicine. 'UCLA.
Wilson also has “a very short attention span” and would often be unable to maintain decorum appropriate to the situation, the doctor told the court, adding that Wilson is taking a drug called Aricept to treat his condition.
Wilson's family previously shared a statement on their website, confirming that the musician was in good hands following his wife's death.
Sievers told Rolling Stone that “the overwhelming outpouring of love and support for Brian” was greatly appreciated. “Although Brian is diagnosed with dementia and mourns the loss of his beloved wife Melinda, he is physically healthy and leads a full life and is currently working on some projects.” “As co-conservators, we will ensure that all of Brian's daily living needs are met and that he continues to lead an active life.”