Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre and Registry
Nidus is a non-profit, charitable organization incorporated in 1995 by community organizations and citizens involved in reform of adult guardianship legislation. Nidus was established as a resource for informing and assisting the public with Representation Agreements and other personal planning tools.
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Amendments to British Columbia’s Representation Agreement Act come into effect on September 1, 2011. This fact sheet highlights some of the key changes and how they may affect a Representation Agreement made before ... + more details
From Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre and RegistrySubtopics: planning for your future; planning for your future; rights & protection from discrimination; when an adult is not capable; when an adult is not capable + all subtopics
This Nidus fact sheet describes the areas of authority available under Section 9 of the Representation Agreement Act. These broader powers can be added to a Representation Agreement made under Section 7 to enhance ... + more details
From Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre and RegistrySubtopics: abuse & neglect; abuse & neglect; access to medical records; making decisions about medical care; mental health; patients rights; planning for your future; planning for your future; rights & protection from discrimination; when an adult is not capable; when an adult is not capable + all subtopics
This Nidus fact sheet describes the areas of authority available under Section 7 of the Representation Agreement Act. Representation Agreements with standard powers are available to ALL adults in British Columbia, ... + more details
From Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre and RegistrySubtopics: abuse & neglect; abuse & neglect; access to medical records; making decisions about medical care; mental health; patients rights; planning for your future; planning for your future; rights & protection from discrimination; when an adult is not capable; when an adult is not capable + all subtopics
There are a number of steps to personal planning. The Nidus Guide is a particularly useful resource to help you figure out which legal document(s) fit your situation. It provides an introduction to, and overview of, ... + more details
From Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre and RegistrySubtopics: making decisions about medical care; patients rights; planning for your future; planning for your future; rights & protection from discrimination; when an adult is not capable; when an adult is not capable + all subtopics
The monitor’s duties are outlined in Section 20 of the Representation Agreement Act. This fact sheet provides a plain language explanation of the monitor's role and duties. + more details
From Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre and RegistrySubtopics: abuse & neglect; abuse & neglect; access to medical records; making decisions about medical care; mental health; patients rights; planning for your future; planning for your future; rights & protection from discrimination; when an adult is not capable; when an adult is not capable + all subtopics
Note: This fact sheet is written for parents/guardians with minor children who are likely to need assistance with decision making after they reach adulthood (19 years). Their need for assistance may be due to a ... + more details
From Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre and RegistrySubtopics: abuse & neglect; access to medical records; making decisions about medical care; mental health; patients rights; planning for your future; protecting children; rights & protection from discrimination; rights of children & teens; when an adult is not capable + all subtopics
Amendments to British Columbia’s Power of Attorney Act, affecting Enduring Powers of Attorney, come into effect on September 1, 2011. This fact sheet highlights some of the key changes and how they may or may not affect ... + more details
From Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre and RegistrySubtopics: planning for your future; planning for your future; when an adult is not capable; when an adult is not capable + all subtopics
NOTE: This fact sheet applies when Direct Funding is provided directly to the individual/family. It does not apply to Direct Funding managed by a Host Agency. If you are not sure, please check with your contact from ... + more details
From Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre and RegistrySubtopics: abuse & neglect; benefits for people with disabilities; mental health; patients rights; rights & protection from discrimination + all subtopics
The Health Care Consent and Care Facility Admission Act outlines the requirements for health care consent. This law came into effect in February 2000 and describes the rights of patients, as well as how decisions ... + more details
From Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre and RegistrySubtopics: making decisions about medical care; mental health; patients rights; planning for your future; rights & protection from discrimination; when an adult is not capable + all subtopics
Subtopics: banking & managing money; planning for your future; planning for your future; rights & protection from discrimination; when an adult is not capable; when an adult is not capable + all subtopics