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[web]  Elder Law, Elder Abuse & Seniors' Rights

This script has legal information for seniors. It covers the rights of seniors to pensions and benefits, abuse and neglect of seniors (often called "elder abuse"), changing your will, options for appointing others to ... + more details

From The Canadian Bar Association BC Branch (CBABC)
Subtopics: abuse & neglect; abuse & neglect of older adults; pensions & benefits; planning for your future; planning for your future; seniors pensions & benefits; when an adult is not capable; when an adult is not capable; wills + all subtopics

[web]  Adult Guardianship

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

[web]  Committeeship

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

[web]  Benefits for grandparents and other relatives raising children

Grandparents or other relatives raising a relative's child may be entitled to government benefits. This fact sheet contains charts describing the kinds of benefits they might get and under what circumstances, and links ... + more details

From Legal Services Society
Subtopics: benefits for people with disabilities; custody, guardianship & access; grandparents & other relatives; pensions & benefits; tax exemptions & tax credits; welfare + all subtopics

[web]  Seniors and Elders - Applying for...

This web page provides entry points for applications and forms for seniors and elders, including the CPP retirement pension, the Old Age Security pension, and provincial programs such as the BC Shelter Aid for Elderly ... + more details

From PovNet
Subtopics: pensions & benefits; seniors pensions & benefits

[web]  Frequently Asked Questions about Representation Agreements, Powers of Attorney, and Living Wills

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 Registry
Subtopics: planning for your future; planning for your future; when an adult is not capable + all subtopics

[web]  Canada Benefits

Provides access to the range of benefits available in Canada. + more details

From Canada Human Resources and Social Development Canada
Subtopics: 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

[web]  I am a Senior in British Columbia

Provides links to sites describing pensions and benefits available to BC seniors. + more details

From Government of Canada
Subtopics: pensions & benefits; seniors pensions & benefits

[web]  Veterans Affairs Disability Pension Program

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 Canada
Subtopics: benefits for people with disabilities; benefits for people with disabilities; pensions & benefits; seniors pensions & benefits + all subtopics

[web]  Appealing a Decision to a Review Tribunal Under the Canada Pension Plan

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