Difference between revisions of "Governing Legislation and Resources for Mental Health (14:II)"

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''Adult Guardianship Act'', RSBC 1996, c 6 [''AGA''].  

''Adult Guardianship and Planning Statutes Amendment Act'', S.B.C 2007, c 34 [''AGPSAA''].

Bill 23, ''Mental Health Amendment Act'', 2022 (assented to 2 June 2022), SBC 2022, c 17.  

''Criminal Code'', R.S 1985, c. C-46 (Part XX.1, Mental Disorder provisions) [''CC''].  

''Forensic Psychiatry Act'', RSBC 1996 c 156 [''FPA''].

''Health Care (Consent) and Care Facility (Admission) Act'', RSBC 1996, c 181 [''HCCFA''].  

 

''Mental Health Amendment Act'', S.B.C 1968, c 27 [''MHAA''].  

''Patients Property Act'', RSBC 1996, c 349 [''PPA''].  

''Power of Attorney Act'', RSBC 1996, c 370 [''PAA''].  

''Public Guardian and Trustee Act'', RSBC 1996, c 38 [''PGTA''].  

''Representation Agreement Act'', RSBC 1996 c 405 [''RAA'']

=== 1. Crisis Resources ===

 

 

 

=== 2. Counselling Services ===

==== Foundry BC ====

* Foundry is a province-wide network of integrated health and wellness services for young people ages 12-24.

* Foundry’s integrated services make it possible for young people to access five core services in one convenient location: mental health care, substance use services, physical and sexual health care, youth and family peer supports, and social services.

* Young people can access integrated services by walking into one of our 16 local Foundry centres, exploring online tools and resources at foundrybc.ca, or connecting virtually through the free Foundry BC app.  

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| online = [https://foundrybc.ca Website] <br /> Central Office email: info@foundrybc.ca

=== 3. Advocacy Resources ===

| online = [https://vancouver-fraser.cmha.bc.ca/programs-services/peer-navigator/ Website] <br /> Email: peer.navigation@cmha.bc.ca

* A self-help umbrella group that raises public awareness about issues affecting people with disabilities.

* Their Disability Law Clinic (DLC) Legal Services program provides free and confidential summary advice and referral services on issues pertaining to accessibility laws, discrimination/human rights, access to services, and accommodation in the workplace.  

* A great resource for people with any type of disability (mental or physical) that can provide assistance with a wide range of legal and non-legal issues.  

* Clients should contact the Advocacy Access number, below.

* Legal Aid BC is a provincial Crown Corporation. LABC was created by the Legal Services Society (LSS) Act in 1979 to provide legal information, advice, and representation services. Their priority is to serve the interests of people experiencing barriers accessing the legal system. Some of the services are available to all British Columbians.

* Clients can get legal representation if they face prison issues for which the Charter of Rights and Freedoms provides the right to a lawyer.

===4. Government Resources===

* Makes review dispositions where individuals charged with criminal offences have been given verdicts of "Not Criminally Responsible" (NCR) on account of mental disorder or "Unfit to Stand Trial" (UST) on account of mental disorder, by a court.

* Provides recovery-focused programs and services to promote good mental health, and includes resources for youth and adults.  

* Provides plain-language explanations regarding the ''MHA'' and its implications for those who are impacted by it.

* A guide by Health Justice that provides an overview of legal research and resources for lawyers and advocates to represent affected clients.

* Downloadable PDF is available at the above link.  

* An independent, impartial public official and Officer of the Court who serves to  balance protection with autonomy and to ensure that people may live as they choose with the support of family and friends.  

* Offers '''Child and Youth Services'''; namely upholds and protects the rights of those under the age of 19 by reviewing all personal injury settlements, legal contracts, trusts and estates involving minors and by ensuring that children are properly represented in all legal matters that affect their lives.

* Acts as guardian of estate for children who are in provincial government care and for those undergoing adoption.

* '''Services to Adults''' are primarily to uphold the rights of adults who are unable to manage their own affairs. This role includes helping them with financial and legal matters and supporting their lifestyle and health care decisions.  

* '''Estate Administration''' settles the estates of deceased persons when there is no named executor or when there is no one willing or able to act as executor. This includes securing assets, settling debts and claims against the estate and identifying and locating heirs and beneficiaries.

* Provides advocacy services and up-to-date legal information on wills and estates, trustees and financial planning. PLAN also works with families in developing personal support networks for relatives with disabilities and provides advocacy and monitoring services for families whose parents have passed away.  

* Supports children, youth and some young adults receiving services or programs provided or funded by government, including addiction services, mental health services, and children and youth with special needs.  

Located at Vancouver General Hospital, the AAC offers short term treatment on-site, by telephone, and by mobile response. Clinical staff, including registered nurses, social workers, and psychiatrists, provide 24/7 support, stabilization, and crisis management to clients.

* To be eligible for this service, clients need to be: 17 years of age and older and residents of Vancouver.