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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
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 SocietySubtopics: benefits for people with disabilities; custody, guardianship & access; grandparents & other relatives; pensions & benefits; tax exemptions & tax credits; welfare + all subtopics
This chapter is from the manual used by law students handling cases at the LSLAP program's legal clinics. It provides an overview of the legal issues that arise where individuals lack the capacity to make important life ... + more details
From UBC Law Students' Legal Advice Program (LSLAP)Subtopics: making decisions about medical care; planning for your future; planning for your future; when an adult is not capable; when an adult is not capable + all subtopics
This info sheet includes information on agencies you can contact who are authorized under the Adult Guardianship Act to look into reports of suspected abuse, neglect and self-neglect of adults. Learn how to find your ... + more details
From BC Centre for Elder Advocacy & Support (BC CEAS)Subtopics: abuse & neglect; abuse & neglect of older adults; victim support & victim rights + 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