Public Guardian
Service Description
A statutory official appointed by the Guardianship Division of the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT). This is through NCAT or the Supreme Court under the Guardianship Act. The Public Guardian's responsibilities include promoting the rights and interests of people with disability through guardianship, advocacy and education. Guardians make legal decisions on behalf of a person with a disability who is unable to make decisions on their own or without support. It includes health and welfare but never financial matters.
Hours of Operation
Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm
Accessibility
Referral System
Self Referral, Agency
Service Fees
No
Disability Access
Yes. Wheelchair Accessible
Organisational Information
Area Served
NSW
Parent Organisation
NSW Governement Department of Communities and Justice
Postal Address
Locked Bag 5115
Parramatta
NSW
2124
Other Information
Volunteering Opportunities
No
Other Contacts
https://www.tag.nsw.gov.au/news/your-guardianship-questions-answered
Last Updated: 10 November 2023