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Substitute Decision-Makers for Autistic Individuals in Ontario

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Capacity is not all-or-nothing:

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a person can be capable of one
kind of decision but not another,

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and capacity can change over time.

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If the person is not capable,
the practitioner

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turns to a substitute.

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Ontario’s public guidance says
a guardian or attorney

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for personal care has priority.

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If no one is available or
decision-makers conflict,

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the Office of the
Public Guardian and Trustee

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makes the decision on the
incapable person’s behalf.

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Ontario says a person must be
mentally capable and

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at least 16 years old

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to make a personal-care
power of attorney.

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Read the guide
www.endthewaitontario.com/answers/substitute-decision-maker-autism-ontario