The court shall have full discretionary authority to appoint any suitable person as guardian and may require the guardian to post an adequate surety bond and to make reports as the court may deem necessary. The guardian shall have the same powers and authority as the guardian of the property of a minor or incapacitated person (as defined in IC 29-3-1-7.5 ) and shall be considered as an officer of the court, and shall be subject to removal and substitution for good cause shown.
IC 29-2-8-2