A guardian makes lifestyle decisions on behalf of the represented person and a guardianship order can give the guardian plenary functions or specific and limited functions.
A plenary guardian may make decisions in relation to matters such as housing, employment, study/training and medical/health treatments. A guardian (or joint guardians) can be appointed by SAT to make decisions in the best interests of an adult if the person is incapable of looking after their own health and safety; is unable to make reasonably judgments in respect of personal matters; or needs oversight, care, or control in the interests of their own health and safety, or for the protection of others.
An administrator makes decisions in relation to financial and property interests on behalf of the represented person in accordance with the represented person’s best interests. An administration order can give the administrator the ability to ensure that the represented person is protected from financial abuse, neglect and exploitation; advocate for the represented person in relating to matters related to their estate such as wealth and assets; and assist or encourage the represented person to make sound judgments. An administrator (or joint administrators) can be appointed by SAT to make decisions in the best interests of an adult if the person is unable, because of a mental disability, to make reasonable judgments in respect of matters relating to all or any part of their estate and needs an administrator of their estate.
Prime Lawyers can assist with Guardianship Orders and Administration Orders in the SAT. Our experienced and compassionate lawyers can provide advice and representation