Social Inclusion: The Future of Ageing, Disability and Substituted Decision-Making

Location: Brisbane, Hilton Hotel; Date: 19-20 March 2009

Adults with impaired decision-making capacity are among our most disadvantaged and marginalised citizens: often they lead forgotten lives of social isolation and diminished opportunities. They struggle for equitable access to housing, healthcare and legal services, while the problems of social exclusion and marginalisation seem to be immune to legislative and policy fixes. How can we secure funding levels which are adequate, community attitudes which are welcoming, and service systems whose cultures support people’s autonomy and dignity?

Given the changing demographics of ageing and disability, what lies ahead for our citizens with impaired capacity? What are the challenges for government?  How should our systems of protection respond?...

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