The Public Guardian and Trustee (PGT) plays a vital role in providing a range of financial and personal care management services for adults in various capacities, including Committee of Estate, Committee of Person, Power of Attorney, Representative, Litigation Guardian, and Pension Trustee. For a majority of adult clients, the PGT serves as the Committee of Estate under the Patients Property Act, assuming legal and financial responsibility for managing their affairs. In addition to this role, the PGT may also undertake other responsibilities, either separately or in conjunction with their Committee of Estate role.
When appointed as the Committee of Estate, the PGT collaborates with the client to establish an effective management plan, encompassing tasks such as property and investment management, bill payment, asset protection, and pursuing compensation when necessary. In the capacity of Committee of Person, the PGT acts as a substitute decision-maker for an individual's health and personal care needs.
For more information and details about the services provided by the Public Guardian and Trustee, please visit their official website at http://www.trustee.bc.ca.
Contact Information for the Greater Vancouver Regional Office: Address: 700-808 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 3L3 Phone: 604.775.1007 Fax: 604.660.9498 The PGT is dedicated to assisting and safeguarding the well-being of individuals in need within British Columbia.