The Guardian Officer shall have the sole authority to expend a patient's/resident's funds in his best interest in accordance with State and Federal law. The Guardian Officer shall consult with the client to the extent feasible and may also consult with appropriate staff and others to ascertain the patient's/resident's needs. The Guardian Officer shall encourage these persons to bring to his attention appropriate purchases to be made for the patient/resident.
55 Pa. Code § 11.82