The Act provides a more modern framework for the appointment of a guardian or administrator and statutory recognition for supported decision making.

A guardian can make personal and lifestyle decisions for a person with a disability. Examples include services they may need, where they live and/or who can have access to them. An administrator can make financial and legal decisions. Examples include paying expenses, or making a real estate transaction.

The appointment is made by the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) who is required to consider certain factors in appointing a guardian, administrator or supportive guardian or supportive administrator including the will and preferences of a person.