Grandparents / relatives



Links

BC Association of Community Response Networks (to help prevent abuse and neglect of all adults 19 and older)

BC Centre for Elder Advocacy Support (to prevent elder abuse and to provide assistance and support to older adults who are, or may be, abused)

Canada Benefits (government benefits and services)

Clicklaw
Website aimed at enhancing access to justice in BC links to legal information and education designed for the public from 24 contributor organizations, as well as selected others.

Extended Family Program
Describes the Extended Family Program, which replaced the Child in the Home of a Relative benefits program offered by the Ministry of Housing and Social Development. Offers services and financial supports to help improve outcomes for children and youth.

Parent Support Services Society of BC
Website intended to promote healthy family relationships by supporting children, parents, and others in parenting roles in BC communities. Includes information about Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Circles and a link to the manual Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: A Legal Guide.

Seniors
BC government website for seniors