Resources

Some useful numbers and website addresses are included for reference to help our members contact agencies or support for their health, housing, legal and medical information.   For a more comprehensive list of services for seniors in BC, consult the BC Seniors Guide, published by the Government of BC (www.seniorsBC.ca) or 1-800-663-7867

 

BC211 Help Line, call or text 211 http://www.bc211.ca/ for counselling, mental health, victim services, financial assistance, housing, legal and advocacy, Indigenous peoples, Immigrants and refugees, etc.  Free, confidential and available in 150+ languages.

 

Seniors Abuse and Information (SAIL) safe, confidential place for older adults, to receive information aout elder abuse prevention toll-free 1-866-437-1940 or 604-437-1940  website Seniors abuse and information line.   Call 911 if you are in physical danger.