Guardianship | Office of the Public Guardian

About guardianship

Information about guardianship, what it is and when it might be needed

How to apply for guardianship, the role of TasCAT and what to expect

Urgent situations and how to request an emergency guardianship or administration order

Who can be a guardian and what is involved.

Guardians may provide letters of consent for a service to be provided, if the guardian considers it necessary.

Guardians may provide letters of consent for a National Disability Insurance service to be provided, if the guardian considers it necessary.

Seeking substitute consent to medical treatment when the Public Guardian is appointed as a person's guardian

Information about who can be a Person Responsible, and what their responsibilities are.