Supported decision-making

Everyone has the right to participate in decisions affecting their lives.

Supported decision-making involves helping individuals with impaired decision-making abilities by enhancing their skills, and knowledge, alongside those of their family and supporters.

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Supported decision-making projects at OPA

About supported decision-making

Learn more about supported decision-making.
Supported Decision-Making in Residential Aged Care project

This project was a collaboration between the Office of the Public Advocate (OPA) and the Office for Ageing Well (OFAW).
Culturally Safe Supported Decision-Making project

This project focused on understanding culturally important issues and how to support First Nations clients.
Supported Decision-Making Pilot project

Our pilot project aimed to better understand and record the wishes of individuals with guardians.
Supported decision-making resources

See a range of videos and other resources to use when talking about supported decision-making.