CKS [2021] NSWCATGD 35

CKS [2021] NSWCATGD 35

The evidence established that the enduring guardianship instrument appointing DKN was no longer workable due to distress, allegations, and loss of trust between CKS and DKN. CKS demonstrated capacity to make decisions regarding accommodation, health care and medical treatment, thus revocation of DKN’s appointment was in CKS's welfare and interests, consistent with statutory principles.

Jurisdiction
Australia
Judgment Date
16 December 2021
Procedural Posture
Review of Enduring Guardianship Appointment / Final Determination
Outcome
appointment revoked
Legal Topics
['review of Enduring Guardianship' 'revocation of Appointment' 'capacity Assessment' 'elder Abuse Allegations']

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Procedural Posture

Review of Enduring Guardianship Appointment / Final Determination

  1. 1 ['Whether to confirm, revoke, or substitute the appointment of an enduring guardian' 'Whether CKS requires a guardianship or financial management order' 'Whether CKS has capacity to make decisions regarding accommodation, health care and finances']

Ratio Decidendi

The evidence established that the enduring guardianship instrument appointing DKN was no longer workable due to distress, allegations, and loss of trust between CKS and DKN. CKS demonstrated capacity to make decisions regarding accommodation, health care and medical treatment, thus revocation of DKN’s appointment was in CKS's welfare and interests, consistent with statutory principles.

Court Disposition

appointment revoked

Orders

  • ['The appointment of DKN as an enduring guardian is revoked.']