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Personal Safety
Chilliwack Seniors' Living Well Resource Guide
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BC Centre for Elder Advocacy and Support (BCCEAS) is committed to protecting the legal rights of older adults, preventing elder abuse, and supporting those who have been abused, through the following services:•
Seniors Abuse and Information Line (SAIL) is a safe place for older adults, and those who care about them, to talk to someone about situations where they feel they are being abused or mistreated, or to receive information about elder abuse prevention. Hours are 8:00 am - 8:00 pm daily (except Statutory Holidays). Language interpretation and TYY (for the hearing impaired) available Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.•
Elder Law Clinic and Legal Advocacy Program , provides legal advice, advocacy and representation to people aged 55+ who are not able to access legal help due to low income or other barriers or legal issues involving abuse/neglect, financial exploitation, guardianship/capacity, debt, housing (residential tenancy and assisted living issues), government benefits and institutional care issues.•
Victim Services Program provides information, support and referrals to people aged 55+ who are victims of abuse, including family and sexual violence.