Community Law - Web Capture - Protection for Older People Against Abuse

The Community Law Manual is one of the most accessible and trusted free legal resources in New Zealand. This section specifically covers legal protections for older people, including elder abuse, family violence orders, powers of attorney, and criminal law protections for vulnerable adults. The KB previously had very little in the Legal & Financial folder (only an EPA form), so this fills a critical gap. This section of the Community Law Manual covers: - Using a power of attorney to plan for your future - Family violence and elder abuse - Protection orders for older people - Criminal law protections for vulnerable adults - Enduring powers of attorney (EPOA) — full chapter - The role of the Family Court and the High Court in protecting older people - The Protection of Personal and Property Rights Act 1988 (PPPR Act) - Welfare guardians and property managers appointed by the Court - Elder abuse can be physical, psychological, financial, or neglect - The PPPR Act 1988 allows the Family Court to appoint welfare guardians and property managers for people who lack capacity - Welfare guardians make decisions about where a person lives, their medical treatment, and daily care - Property managers manage finances and property - Anyone can apply to the Court for an order, including family members, caregivers, or a social worker - The Court must be satisfied the person lacks capacity to make their own decisions - Orders can be made on a short-term or long-term basis - **Enduring