An informal or formal (written) arrangement that involves using a person – called a supporter – or a network of supporters to assist a person in making, communicating, or effectuating decisions. A broad and evolving range of formal and informal options that enable a person to live independently, communicate, make decisions, and function. A provision in law that allows health care provider to turn to another person (a surrogate) to make medical decisions on behalf of patient who is unable to make informed decisions about their care and who has not appointed a health care agent. A financial instrument that holds assets or income. Someone (called the trustee) is appointed to manage money or property for the benefit of the owner. There are several different kinds of trusts. The person appointed by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to receive benefits on behalf of a VA beneficiary who is unable to manage their own benefits.
Supported decision making
Supports and accommodations
Surrogate decision-making
Trust
VA Fiduciary
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