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The following list represents some non-legal solutions that may assist the abused person. | The following list represents some non-legal solutions that may assist the abused person. | ||
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=== 4. Seniors’ Benefits === | |||
The client may not be receiving all of the financial benefits he or she is entitled to. These benefits (Old Age Security Pension, Guaranteed Income Supplement, CPP, Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters, and others) may give the client more freedom to change his or her situation. Phone a local seniors’ centre for more information. | |||
=== 5. Emotional Support, Counselling === | |||
Vancouver Health Department, Local Health Units (see telephone book for the nearest one) will investigate situations, present options to the abused person and place him or her in contact with local agencies and assistance. Health Department nurses will not forcibly intervene to remove a disabled or senior individual from an abusive situation. They will act only as instructed by the older person. | |||
Under the ''Public Guardian and Trustee Act'', RSBC 1996, c 383, the Public Guardian and Trustee of B.C. has the ability to access information and investigate suspected abuse and neglect (see contact information at [[Introduction to Law for Victims of Crime (4:I)#Public Guardian and Trustee of British Columbia | Section I.A.3:Resources]]). | |||
=== 6. Links to the Community === | |||
The client may feel isolated and lonely. Ask the clien if they would like a referral to a community organization. Community organisations such as a social or volunteer organisation can give them a sense of belonging and self-esteem. | |||
