Personal Financial Administration
Our duty to protect the community
An important part of what we do is protect and support vulnerable members of our community. We currently look after the financial and legal affairs of almost 9000 Victorians with a disability, illness or injury who need help managing their own affairs.
If the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) appoints State Trustees as your Administrator, we have a duty to manage your finances fairly and impartially. We take our job very seriously. No matter what your situation, you can trust us to be there for you.
How does VCAT work?
The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) is an independent government body. If they are concerned about you taking care of your finances, or being exploited, they can appoint State Trustees to make decisions on your behalf that are in your best interests.
State Trustees as your Administrator
You will have a dedicated consultant who knows you and your situation. Their aim is to manage your income and assets for you, in your best interests.
Here's how State Trustees can help you as your Administrator:
- Make sure all your income is collected
- Identify any other sources of income for you, including Trusts or other entitlements
- Develop a budget to give you as much financial independence as possible
- Make regular funds available for your personal expenses
- Organise settling of your debts
- Arrange the recovery of money owing to you
- Pay your ongoing bills such as rent, electricity and phone
- Insure your property and belongings
- Settle outstanding legal issues
- Keep accurate and clear records
- Prudently manage your assets and investments.
What about fees?
State Trustees fees are set in accordance with Government legislation.
To discuss your situation, VCAT, the appointment of an Administrator or our fee structure
