Information on Powers of Attorney and Substitute Decision Making

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Wednesday, February 06, 2013 Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee Information on Powers of Attorney and Substitute Decision Making The Public Guardian and Trustee has produced a number of brochures that will answer many of the frequently asked questions relating to mental incapacity and decision making. These brochures are designed to help people plan ahead, and include information on powers of attorney and living wills, the Substitute Decisions Act, 1992, property guardianship, and the role of the Public Guardian and Trustee in providing Health Care. By planning ahead and making a power of attorney, people can make sure that their wishes will be carried out in the event that they become incapable. Anyone can make copies of the brochures and Power of Attorney kit and access frequently asked questions and answers through the following links: Power of Attorney Kit and Frequently Asked Questions www.attorneygeneral.jus.gov.on.ca/english/family/pgt/poa.pdf www.attorneygeneral.jus.gov.on.ca/english/family/pgt/livingwillqa.pdf Guide to the Substitute Decisions Act www.attorneygeneral.jus.gov.on.ca/english/family/pgt/pgtsda.pdf Providing Property Guardianship Services www.attorneygeneral.jus.gov.on.ca/english/family/pgt/roleinguardianservices.pdf Role of the Public Guardian and Trustee in Providing Health Care www.attorneygeneral.jus.gov.on.ca/english/family/pgt/ISBN-0-7794-3016-6.pdf Should there be any questions or if you require copies of any of the brochures, please contact Michelle Stay at 416-314-2761.
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