Ontario. Ministry of the Attorney General
Site: London Office
Service: Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: LON4129 | Last Modified: 09 Jul 2020 | Last Full Update: 03 Jul 2020 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Office Phone | 519-660-3140 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-800-891-0504 |
| Fax | Finance and Property Division: 519-660-3148 Treatment Decisions: 519-439-2238 |
| Website | www.attorneygeneral.jus.gov.on.ca/english/family/pgt |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | Helps to protect the rights and interests of mentally incapable adults who have no one else to act on their behalf in accordance with the Substitute Decisions Act (SDA) The office is responsible for:
Guardianship Investigation and Provision - Investigates situations in which an adult is alleged to be mentally incapable and suffering, or at risk of suffering, serious harm as a result * makes decisions (decision maker of last resort) about financial affairs, medical treatment and admission to long-term care for adults who are mentally incapable of doing so when there is no one else, such as a family member, willing and able to provide this service * appoints guardians and will serve as court-appointed representative in litigation cases Power of Attorney - Kits are available that help you appoint the person you want to make decisions for you when you are no longer able to do so for yourself |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm |
| Areas Served | Brant County ; Bruce County ; Chatham-Kent ; Elgin County ; Essex County ; Grey County ; Haldimand County ; Huron County ; Lambton County ; Middlesex County ; Norfolk County ; Oxford County ; Perth County ; Waterloo Region ; Wellington County |
| Boundaries | Southwestern Ontario |
| Eligibility | Ages: 18 year(s) and up Adults 18 years and older, who appear to be mentally incapable or have been assessed as mentally incapable |
| Application | Call or visit website * website provides information and kits online |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | Varies per service |
| Site Information | |
| Site Location | London (Central) |
| Located In Community | London |
| Address & Map | 80 Dundas St London, ON N6A 6A3 |
| Intersection | Ridout St N and Dundas St |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |