Office of the Public Advocate, Victoria, Australia

Promoting the human rights, interests and dignity of Victorians with a disability

Phone:1300 309 337

Services

Advice Service

Information and advice on the rights of people with a disability, guardianship, powers of attorney, medical consent and other matters. Telephone 1300 309 337.

Advocacy

Advocacy for people with a disability at risk.

Community Guardians

Volunteer guardians for people with disability when a family member, friend is not available.

Community Visitors

Independently monitoring of mental health and residential facilities for people with a disability.

Education and Training

Information and training sessions for community and professional groups.

Guardianship

Independent guardians for people with a disability appointed by VCAT.

Independent Third Persons

Assistance for people with cognitive disabilities involved with police.

Investigations

We can investigate VCAT applications.

Private Guardianship Support Program

Support for family and friends appointed as guardian by VCAT.

VCAT Duty Officer

Advice and assistance at VCAT Guardianship List.