What is a sign that it may be appropriate to seek the restoration of rights?

The appropriate basis for considering the restoration of rights largely hinges on the conservatee's mental capacity. When a conservatee develops or regains capacity, it indicates that they may be able to make informed decisions about their own life, finances, and personal affairs. This is a fundamental criterion for assessing whether a conservatorship is still necessary. Capacity is often evaluated through various means, including cognitive assessments and observations of daily functioning. If the conservatee exhibits signs of improved cognitive abilities or increased independence, it suggests that the original reasons for the conservatorship may no longer be valid, creating grounds for seeking restoration of rights.

Other options might indicate changes in the conservatee's life or the conservator's feelings, but they do not directly reflect the conservatee’s ability to manage their own affairs. New relationships can enrich a person’s life but do not automatically correspond with capacity. Moving to a new location does not necessarily imply any change in a person’s cognitive status or ability to make decisions. Meanwhile, a conservator feeling overwhelmed could suggest that more support or resources might be beneficial, but it doesn't directly relate to the conservatee's capability. Hence, the most relevant sign for pursuing restoration of rights is indeed the conservatee’s regained or developed capacity.