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Private guardianship self help guide

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The guide provides instruction on the Private Guardianship application process for those making direct applications. The guide provides all necessary forms and direction on how these are to be completed. More ≫

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The guide provides instruction on the Private Guardianship application process for those making direct applications. The guide provides all necessary forms and direction on how these are to be completed.

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Persons with developmental disabilities family/guardian satisfaction survey 2012

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In 2012/2013, Alberta Human Services, Persons with Developmental Disabilities Program (PDD program) contracted Vecova Centre for Disability Services and Research (Vecova) to conduct a survey of... More ≫

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In 2012/2013, Alberta Human Services, Persons with Developmental Disabilities Program (PDD program) contracted Vecova Centre for Disability Services and Research (Vecova) to conduct a survey of families/guardians of persons with developmental disabilities on their satisfaction with the services received from PDD program and their funded agencies. These survey responses provide PDD program with feedback regarding program quality, areas of concern, and direction for improvement. These results also provide key performance measures for the program.

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Understanding guardianship : Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act [2009]

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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 ≫

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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.

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Guide for private guardians : Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act

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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 ≫

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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.

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Guide for capacity assessors : Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act

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This guide provides detailed information about capacity assessments under the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act (AGTA). The guide is intended for those health professionals who are designated... More ≫

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This guide provides detailed information about capacity assessments under the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act (AGTA). The guide is intended for those health professionals who are designated as capacity assessors (physicians and psychologists and other health professionals designated by the Minister of Alberta Seniors and Community Supports). The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) can provide further information about capacity assessments.

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