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#'''Abuse, Neglect and Self-Neglect:''' The law establishes a legal framework for Designated Agencies to receive reports and respond when adults experience abuse, neglect or self-neglect and need support and assistance to protect themselves from further harm. The law also authorizes the Public Guardian and Trustee of BC to investigate concerns about financial abuse, neglect and self-neglect when it has reason to believe the adult is not capable, and to take steps to protect assets in urgent situations. | #'''Abuse, Neglect and Self-Neglect:''' The law establishes a legal framework for Designated Agencies to receive reports and respond when adults experience abuse, neglect or self-neglect and need support and assistance to protect themselves from further harm. The law also authorizes the Public Guardian and Trustee of BC to investigate concerns about financial abuse, neglect and self-neglect when it has reason to believe the adult is not capable, and to take steps to protect assets in urgent situations. | ||
Under each of these areas of the law, it is crucial that substitute decision-makers, court-appointed guardians, legal and financial advisors, social workers and health care providers consult with the adult to determine how to act in accordance with the person’s wishes, values and | Under each of these areas of the law, it is crucial that substitute decision-makers, court-appointed guardians, legal and financial advisors, social workers and health care providers consult with the adult to determine how to act in accordance with the person’s wishes, values and beliefs. Substitute decision-maker(s) and guardian(s) are legally obligated to act according to the wishes, values and beliefs of the adult who appoints them or is need of a guardian. The guiding principle behind BC’s adult guardianship legislation is that the adult is presumed to be capable, and should receive support to make decisions. The key is to foster the independence of the adult through support, meaning involving the adult to the greatest degree possible when making decisions on their behalf. | ||
== B. Mental Capacity == | == B. Mental Capacity == | ||