All seniors in B.C. have the right to live with dignity, safe from abuse of any kind
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written by lawyers of the Elder Law Clinic
What is a Power of Attorney?
A power of attorney is a legal document that gives another person the power to take care of your financial and legal matters for you. The person you give this power to is called the “attorney,” and you are called the “donor.” (Here, “attorney” does not mean lawyer.)
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This brochure includes information specifically about the Elder Law Clinic. It also describes many of the legal advocacy and community programs offered by BC CEAS, and lists some useful print materials available from the office. Find contact information and an overview of the work that BC CEAS does.
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Legal Advocacy & the Elder Law Clinic (brochure) – English (PDF)
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These collected factsheets will give you an overview of what elder abuse is and looks like.
They include a definition of abuse, info on various types of elder abuse, and examples and scenarios of physical, emotional, psychological and financial abuse of seniors.
You may also wish to visit our FAQ section for more facts and information.
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This video accompanies the Community and Justice System Working Together Kit. However, it also can be used as a “stand alone” video.
This video tells the story of “Ellen” who leaves her own home to live with her daughter. Once she is living with her daughter she is isolated and her daughter gains access to her money. This video is a good discussion starter about how to recognize abuse and how to help someone in Ellen’s situation.
Money Matters for Seniors: An Interactive Video Workshop
Developed by B.C. CEAS, this interactive video workshop:
Legal Issues for Seniors: A Training Manual
Legal Issues for Seniors: A Training Manual contains materials designed to empower a senior, a volunteer, or a person who works with seniors, to recognize and deal with legal issues that may come up and to demystify the legal process.
Facilitators providing training to volunteers who work with seniors will also find this manual useful.
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This brochure describes some key facts and makes suggestions to help to prevent financial abuse or fraud. It is linked to the Money Matters interactive video workshop that BCCEAS offers, as well as the Money Matters For Seniors video we produced.
The Money Matters workshop shows seniors how to avoid financial abuse (often by family, friends or caregivers) by using the services available to them at their banks, credit unions or trust companies to protect their money, their property and their independence.
Info sheet on Giving Other People Authority to Help You Manage Your Affairs
Please note that this info sheet is useful on its own, but is also part of the Community and Justice System Working Together Education Kit.
There are formal and informal ways to give someone permission to help us manage our financial affairs. If you decide to take a more formal step, this information sheet outlines some common options. All of them can be helpful but, in the wrong hands, they can also be harmful. Do some research by following up with the resources listed at the end of this sheet.
Info sheet on Reporting Abuse and Neglect Under Part 3 of the Adult Guardianship Act
Please note that this info sheet is useful on its own, but is also part of the Community and Justice System Working Together Education Kit.
If you think someone you know is being abused or neglected, do you know what to do?
Info sheet on Where to Get Legal Help
Please note that this info sheet is useful on its own, but is also part of the Community and Justice System Working Together Education Kit.
There are several agencies you can contact and resources you can use to get legal information and assistance. This info sheet outlines your options.
