Legal Advocacy Program

Staff lawyers and a legal advocate provide legal advice, advocacy and representation, in areas of law related to elder abuse; to people age 55+ who are not able to access legal help elsewhere due to low income or other barriers. Provide legal information and support on issues relating to housing (residential tenancy), debt, government benefits (CPP, OAS, GIS, etc.), financial exploitation, guardianship/capacity, abuse/neglect, residential care, and discrimination. Funded by the Law Foundation of BC.