§18–102.

    (a)    The purpose of this title is to assist adults by:

        (1)    Obtaining support for the adult in making, communicating, or effectuating decisions that correspond to the will, preferences, and choices of the adult; and

        (2)    Preventing the need for the appointment of a substitute decision maker for the adult, including a guardian of the person or property.

    (b)    This title shall be liberally construed and applied to promote its underlying purposes and policies.