Learn about elder abuse prevention and where you can meet with a lawyer for free.

SAIL (Seniors Abuse & Information Line)
#150-900 Howe Street Vancouver, BC  V6Z 2M4
Tel: 1-866-437-1940  info@seniorsfirstbc.ca
Offers a safe place for older adults, and those who care about them, to talk about situations where they feel they are being abused or mistreated. Also have information about elder abuse prevention. 8am-8pm daily except holidays. Language interpretation Monday to Friday, 9:00-4:00pm. TTY at 604-428-3359. Also offers the Legal Advocacy Program provides pro-bono legal services to older adults age 55+, advocacy and representation to people aged 55+ on legal issues involving tenancy, debt and government benefits. Legal Services may be provided by our legal advocate, or one of the lawyers in our elder law clinic.

Seniors Legal Clinics @ Come Share Society
15008 26th Ave Surrey BC
#4 – 15355 102A Avenue, Surrey
Tel: 604-531-9400 ext. 204
Legal help for seniors with power of attorney, wills, healthcare representation agreements and real estate. All 30 minute appointments are free. Any additional appointments or when any legal work has been completed the standard legal fees will be charged. Appointment required, call or email to book. Offered at two locations, one in Guildford, the other in South Surrey.

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