Legal Resources

Explains the services available to help older adults make informed decisions and lead a healthy life as they age. It covers health care, housing, transportation, and recreation services in BC.

A guide explaining the types of personal care and health care that are available to older adults in British Columbia.

Explains what financial help older adults in British Columbia can get from government sources. It covers Old Age Security, the Canada Pension Plan, employment insurance, and welfare benefits for older adults.

This resource introduces Indigenous children, girls, and women to community services that provide culturally-appropriate support for safety concerns.

This e-book covers the types of elder abuse and risk factors, BC government programs and community services available for older adults who are abused and neglected, and practice tips on how to work with older adults.

When someone in a trusted relationship with an older person does something that harms or distresses them, this is elder abuse. Learn what options exist if you suspect elder abuse.

A list of province-wide support services for older adults.

This brochure helps older adults know how to respond to abuse and know where they can find assistance.

Explains what is legally required for a valid revocation (cancellation) of an existing representation agreement. Note that making a new agreement does not automatically revoke a previous one. A Notice of Revocation form is also provided.

This Nidus fact sheet introduces the representation agreement, which is governed by the Representation Agreement Act. It describes two types of agreements — RA7 and RA9 — and answers common questions.