There are new rules in Victoria re Power of Attorney so I made some enquiries. Suggest ladies call the Office of the Public Advocate (Ph: 1300 309 337) and get a copy of the book "Take Control"'. With the new laws even doctors cannot override your decisions as to what you want at the time of crisis. The new laws allow one to make directives as to what they want to happen and can even put scenarios such as "If I can no longer feed, was or dress myself .....". Most certainly worth a look. I think it is also on-line for those who are able to do that. Never allow the public trustees to get involved as they put you in the crappiest cheapest place to save the money for them to take when you pass. Getting personal requirements from them (with YOUR money) is near impossible. Hope this helps someone out there. Anne
