Powers of Attorney and guardianship

Power of Attorney

Make or end a Power of Attorney. Learn the rules that apply on Powers of Attorney in Queensland.

Advance health directives

Make or end an advance health directive. Learn the rules on advance health directives in Queensland.

Report abuse of people with impaired capacity

You can report suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation of a person who lacks capacity to make decisions by contacting the Office of the Public Guardian.

Guiding principles of guardianship decision making

Understand the principles that guide guardianship decision making in Queensland.

Guardians, administrators and informal decision makers

Understand the roles that guardians, administrators and informal decision-makers play in Queensland's guardianship system.

Rules for guardianship in Queensland

Understand the rules you must follow when making decision on behalf of adults who lack capacity to make decisions for themselves.

Understanding capacity to make decisions

Learn what capacity means, how it’s assessed and why it's important for decision-making in Queensland’s guardianship system.