All Resources

Understanding guardianship : Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act [2009]

Description

Guardianship is a legal court order which gives an individual the legal authority and responsibility to make or assist in making decisions about (non-financial) personal matters on behalf of a... More ≫

Description

Guardianship is a legal court order which gives an individual the legal authority and responsibility to make or assist in making decisions about (non-financial) personal matters on behalf of a represented adult. A represented adult is someone who is the subject of a guardianship or trusteeship order. The decision to apply for guardianship is not an easy choice and should be made carefully and thoughtfully.

Tags

Guide for private guardians : Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act

Description

A private guardian is a person who has been given the legal authority and responsibility to make, or help make, decisions about non-financial personal matters for a represented adult who is... More ≫

Description

A private guardian is a person who has been given the legal authority and responsibility to make, or help make, decisions about non-financial personal matters for a represented adult who is unable, due to a temporary or permanent lack of capacity, to make his or her own decisions. Decisions made by guardians can be in one or more designated areas of authority (outlined below) and do not include financial matters. Decisions regarding financial matters are made by the attorney (trustee) and this person may be the same person as the guardian or may be a different person.

Tags