Decision making and powers of attorney
Supported decision making, enduring powers of attorney (EPAs), court decisions under the PPPR Act, organ donation and information on assisted dying
What this chapter covers
- Overview
- Enduring powers of attorney: Planning ahead by choosing someone to make decisions for you
How to appoint someone to make decisions for you under an EPA and the kinds of powers and responsibilities that person – your “attorney” – will have - Family Court orders for your welfare and property: How decisions can be made when there’s no EPA
Different orders a Family Court Judge can make to manage your personal affairs or property including appointing a “welfare guardian” or a “property manager” to do this for you - Donating your organs
Rules about donating your organs after you die, including who can give consent to this - Euthanasia and assisted dying
Overview of assisted dying and your rights - Where to go for more support
Other information and resources
