Incapacity and loss of independance

Coping with a Loss of Independence

Programs and services offered to individuals coping with a loss of independence caused primarily by ageing or an illness.

Supporting and protecting someone close to you who is vulnerable

Find out how to support and protect someone close to you who becomes incapable and the different ways you can help them depending on their situation.

Consenting to health care for the incapable person

Persons authorized to consent to care on behalf of an incapable person. How to file an application for consent with the Curateur public.

Protection mandate

The protection mandate is a document in which a person expresses their wishes and names one or more trusted people to look after their person and their property in case of incapacity.

Advance medical directives

It is important to express your wishes in the event of incapacity to consent to care in advance.

Outils et formulaires du Curateur public pour le réseau de la santé

Formulaires et documents nécessaires au travail des professionnels du réseau de la santé et des services sociaux auprès des personnes ayant une inaptitude ou représentées.

Last update: November 27, 2020

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