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A guardian is someone who looks after another person, and sometimes, that person's property. This script explains adult guardianship in BC. Topics include what is an adult guardian, why would an adult need a guardian, ... + more details
From The Canadian Bar Association BC Branch (CBABC)Subtopics: abuse & neglect; making decisions about medical care; when an adult is not capable; when an adult is not capable + all subtopics
A committee is a person appointed by the court to make decisions for someone who is mentally incapable and cannot make those decisions. This script explains "committeeship" in BC. Topics include what is a committee, how ... + more details
From The Canadian Bar Association BC Branch (CBABC)Subtopics: making decisions about medical care; mental health; rights & protection from discrimination; when an adult is not capable; when an adult is not capable + all subtopics
This chapter is from the manual used by law students handling cases at the LSLAP program legal clinics. It provides an overview of the law governing mental health facility admissions/discharges, the rights of the ... + more details
From UBC Law Students' Legal Advice Program (LSLAP)Subtopics: making decisions about medical care; mental health; patients rights; rights & protection from discrimination; when an adult is not capable; when an adult is not capable + all subtopics
Answers common questions about representation agreements, powers of attorney, living wills, capability, and committeeship. It also answers questions about making and changing your life planning arrangements. + more details
From Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre and RegistrySubtopics: planning for your future; planning for your future; when an adult is not capable + all subtopics
An introduction to representation agreements and how they are different from adult guardianship. This video highlights representation agreements as a legal tool for supported decision making. + more details
From Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre and RegistrySubtopics: civil liberties; planning for your future; planning for your future; when an adult is not capable; when an adult is not capable + all subtopics
Provides access to the range of benefits available in Canada. + more details
From Canada Human Resources and Social Development CanadaSubtopics: benefits for Aboriginal people; benefits for Aboriginal people; benefits for people with disabilities; benefits for people with disabilities; pensions & benefits; seniors pensions & benefits + all subtopics
Explains who can apply under this program, how to apply, and what information you need. It also outlines who will help you and what they will do. + more details
From Veterans Affairs CanadaSubtopics: benefits for people with disabilities; benefits for people with disabilities; pensions & benefits; seniors pensions & benefits + all subtopics
Outlines the Review Tribunal hearing process when you appeal a CPP decision. It explains what you need to do to prepare for the hearing and what you need to do at the hearing. + more details
From Canada Office of the Commissioner of Review Tribunals (CPP/OAS)Subtopics: benefits for people with disabilities; benefits for people with disabilities; pensions & benefits; seniors pensions & benefits + all subtopics
This web page provides a brief description of committeeship, which is British Columbia's system for adult guardianship. It outlines the process for someone to be appointed by the court as your guardian or committee ... + more details
From Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre and RegistrySubtopics: civil liberties; planning for your future; planning for your future; when an adult is not capable; when an adult is not capable + all subtopics
Use this personal planning tool to provide guidand to your personal supporters in the event they need to act as your representative or attorney if you become incapable due to illness, injury or disability. + more details
From Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre and RegistrySubtopics: making decisions about medical care; planning for your future; planning for your future + all subtopics